2011年即将结束，2012正在靠近。你是否已经为自己设定了2012年的目标？不管你的答案如何，我相信下面列出的11条建议里面总有一两条适合你。
1. 使用Twitter（国内的开发者可绕过）
如果你是一名程序员，如果你还没有使用Twitter，你就out了。不是说你有多少粉丝，而是在Twitter上你可以更快的得到问题的答案，获取你关注的话题的最新资讯。（显然，作者没有考虑我国的程序员）
2. 经常阅读 StatckOverflow（英文不好的可绕过）
StackOverflow是提问编程问题最好的地方。即使你没有账号，它也值得你去浏览、学习。（良好的英文阅读能力是程序员的必要素质。）
3. 开始写博客
我认为每一位开发者都应该写博客！因为博客可以记录我们学习进步的轨迹，可以让别的开发者参考。写博客可以让你和别人有更多的交流。还有，写博客可以提高你在技术社区的知名度。
4. 参加线下活动
从你的“shell”里面走出来吧，多参加线下的沙龙、活动、会议，多和别的开发者交流，可以让你在这个领域建立自己的人脉网络，这对你在这个领域的成长很有好处！
5. 使用现代化的智能手机
作为一名开发者，如果你还在使用老土的山寨机，你得赶紧升级了。我还记得有一次跟一个经理聊天的时候，他得走回座位才能给我发邮件，我就在想“这哥们儿是做IT的吗？”。正如有些行业你必须开好车，穿靓丽的衣服一样，我们干IT的就应该站在技术、硬件的前列！
6. 拥抱移动互联网
移动互联网的大潮才刚刚开始。你不仅需要知道如何为iPhone、WP7、Android开发应用，你也需要学习如何创建可以在任何一台移动设备上运行的Web应用程序。
7. 学习至少一种设计模式
我无法告诉你应该学习哪个设计模式，但是你至少得学习一种。我个人倾向于MVVM，因为我是Sliverlight/WPF/WP7开发者。
8. 每年设定可行的目标
创建一个简短的列表，记录你下一年想要完成的目标。同时你也应该按照季度来检查目标的完成情况。你可以用Gmail Reminder来提醒你自己。
9. 学习不同的编程语言
简单来说，学习新的语言可以拓宽你的视野，可以让你对“计算机和编程语言是如何工作的”有更深的了解。“如果你只有锤子，那么所有的问题在你看来都只是钉子”。
10. 增强自信
很少有程序员对自己很自信。如果你觉得你哪里弱，那你就去增强那里。互联网上有大量免费的资源可以让你学习各种知识，以弥补你的弱项。
11. 阅读博客、技术书籍和杂志
你读过几本编程书籍？杂志呢？我认为一名好的程序员每年至少阅读5本编程书籍。不读书怎么进步呢？
英文原文：11 Things every Software Developer should be doing in 2012
My list of 11 Things every Software Developer should be doing.
11 Things every Software Developer should be doing in 2012.
Introduction
2011 is winding down and 2012 is upon us. Have you set any goals for 2012 both professionally/personally? Regardless of the answer, I’m sure one or two of the items listed below can help. I usually don’t blog many opinion posts, due to the fact that I like to keep my blog technical. This post is an exception. :)
11 Things every Software Developer should be doing in 2012.
- Get on Twitter – If you’re not using Twitter and are a Software Developer then you are missing out. I believe that Twitter is the one of theMOST important tool a Software Developer can use. Why?
- Regardless if you have 10 followers or 10000 followers, any coding question can be found and answered in a matter of seconds using Twitter Hashtags.
- Get software developer news straight from the source by following other developers.
- Again hashtags – To monitor topics important to you. For example, I use it to monitor #wp7, #silverlight and #wpf.
- To stay engaged in a conversation with other developers and to see what projects they are working on.
- Read StackOverflow Daily – StackOverflow is the number one forum for asking a coding question. Even if you don’t have an account, it’s worth it just for browsing questions and learning. I think it is a wise investment of your time to spend at least 20 minutes a day reading StackOverflow.
- Start a Blog – I believe that every Developer should have a blog. Why?
- It is a footprint that we leave for other developers studying our craft.
- It allows you to become engaged in the community.
- It helps you market yourself as a professional.
- Get out there – Get out of your shell and start talking to other developers at local user groups/other meet ups/conferences. I will let you in on a secret – most everyone is shy at first. If you start a conversation with them then it usually takes off very fast.
- Networking with other developers is big – really big. You start building connections in the industry and if you ever need help then you have someone to go to.
- Carry around a modern phone - If you’re a developer and carrying around an older phone then its time to upgrade. I remember a manager at one of my jobs that had to walk back to his desk to email me something. I remember thinking, “This guy is in IT?” Just like some industries you need to drive a fancy car, have nice clothes or the latest jewelry. In technology, we need to stay current with our computers, software and mobile phones.
- Embrace Mobile – Do you think this “mobile” thing is going away? Well, it is just getting started. You need to know more than how to develop for the iPhone, WP7 or Android. You need to learn how to create web applications that will run on every mobile device. (Including phones, iPads, Windows and Android slates). I believe that every developer will have to create a mobile application in his/her programming career. This is something a modern developer cannot ignore.
- Learn at least one design pattern- I am not going to tell you which one you should learn or focus on, but you need at least one. I prefer MVVM for myself because I am a Silverlight/WPF/WP7 Developer. If you are familiar with at least one design pattern then it would make me feel better about hiring you.
- I’d start with this book: Gang of Four – Design Patterns: Elements of Reusable OOS
- Set reachable goals each and every year – Create a short-list of goals that you are looking to accomplish in the next year. Not only should you be challenging yourself with a set of goals, you should also create a quarterly outlook/Gmail reminder to evaluate your progress. I am a believer that you should start small with a goal and build up from there. I did this with my MCPD certification. I shot for the MCP, then MCTS then the MCPD.
- Learn a different programming language – Simply put, it broadens your perspective and permits a deeper understanding of how a computer and programming languages actually work.
- If the only tool you have is a hammer, you'll treat every problem as a nail.
- Boost your confidence – It always amazes me how few developers are confident in themselves. If you feel like you’re behind on something then learn it. I can’t find any excuse for staying ignorant in this industry. There is just too many FREE resources on the web.
- Read Blogs/Programming Books/Magazine – How many programming books have you read this year? What about good developer magazines? I believe a good developer would read at least 5 programming books a year and at least a magazine or two monthly. Even if you don’t have a subscription to MSDN you can get the .PDF for free a month after release. How can you get better if your not constantly reading?
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