I'm currently enrolled in a semantic network analysis class as part of my sociology minor, but my major is educational sciences. Since I'm completely new to Python and programming in general, I'm struggling to keep up with the course. While most of my classmates seem to grasp the material, I'm feeling lost. I often don't understand why specific elements of code are placed where they are, like why a 'for' or ':' has to be exactly there. I've been taking this class since April and genuinely want to learn Python. Also, English is my third language, so I hope that's okay! Any advice or reassurance would really help.
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I get where you’re coming from! Just because someone might struggle with learning something like Python doesn’t mean they’re stupid. It might just take more effort and practice. Learning any skill can feel overwhelming, especially when you compare yourself to others. Just keep pushing through!
Hey! Don't stress too much about your struggles. April was just a couple of months ago, and it's completely normal to feel overwhelmed when you're starting something new like programming. I recommend reaching out to your professor during their office hours. They're likely familiar with students facing similar challenges and can help clarify things. Also, there are tons of beginner-friendly resources online for learning Python that might really help you out. Just take it one step at a time! Good luck!
You might be overthinking it. It's likely that your classmates aren’t questioning things as deeply as you are. Remember, programming languages exist because developers wanted to create tools tailored to their needs, which can make it feel arbitrary sometimes. Don't let it discourage you!
Thanks, I really appreciate your encouragement!