Hey everyone! I'm pretty new to Python and have written a couple of simple programs, like one for calculating the factorial and another for generating the Fibonacci series. While I was coding, I totally got the logic behind it all, especially when it comes to using loops. But a few days later, while washing the dishes, I tried to recall the logic, and it was like my brain just went blank! It's as if I had never written that code at all. Has anyone else had this experience? How do you remember or internalize programming logic after learning it? I would love to hear your tips and strategies! 🙂 Thanks in advance!
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Repetition is key! You'll forget things if you don't practice them, and that's perfectly okay. Just look things up again to refresh your memory, and it will start to stick better. Over time, the stuff you really need will come to mind more easily.
Absolutely! Plus, once you revisit something, it's usually much easier to relearn the second or third time around. I like to keep old code around to remind myself of past work.
Don't stress about memorizing every detail! It's more important to understand what you're trying to achieve and have a good solution in mind. If you hit a wall, just Google it or check your notes. Remembering where to find help is half the battle!
Honestly, the more you practice and apply what you've learned, the more it sticks. Try to build small projects that interest you, and challenge yourself by solving the same problem using different methods or techniques. That variety makes it way easier to remember!
Totally agree! Creating projects you care about helps make concepts stick. And don't forget to write clear, well-structured code with good comments—it helps you remember your thought process.
What I do is keep a dedicated folder for each language or technology. Inside, I create small Word files with a title and a code example. This helps me remember those random workarounds and techniques I might not use often, acting like my personal Stack Overflow!
That sounds super useful! I use a note-taking app to jot down snippets and tips too. It's great for looking back on my learning process.
Learning a programming language is a lot like picking up a new spoken language. It takes practice and repetition to remember the basics, then even more to grasp how to implement things. You'll get it better with time!
Exactly! I've focused hard on my fundamentals, but it’s way too easy to get lost in new stuff. Sometimes I forget the basics when it's time to write code.