eydwales

I suggest to not add a layer. Stay close of the SQL request, you can simply have a function that will fulfill an access pattern. No need for ORM.

You have basically 3 way to grow: 1. You go deeper into tech and learn more about architecture (improve performance, reduce cost, reduce complexity...) 2. You go toward management and learn to code with more than 2 hands to deliver even more. This also implied hiring. 3. You go toward the business side and become product owner/manager or event sales.

What path to follow is a decision you have to make.