Hey everyone! I recently caught up with my old database professor, and we had a chat about how many students today seem to have a fear of programming and applying for projects. It's a common concern, so I wanted to reach out to you all. If a student asked you how you got started as a programmer, what challenges did you face, and how did you tackle them?
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Being scared of programming seems a bit wild to me! Just start with simple stuff like a "Hello World" program. It's not as scary as it seems! I recommend checking out beginner tutorials on YouTube, like Net Ninja’s series on HTML/CSS and JavaScript, then move on to Python and Django. You'll be surprised at how quickly you can develop your skills if you take it step by step!
True, people often fear messing up their code. But remember, problem-solving is a huge part of programming!
A lot of progress comes from recognizing when you're trying to reinvent the wheel. Sometimes it's helpful to approach problems from the user or business perspective. Simplicity can really lead to elegant solutions!
If programming is something that freaks you out, maybe reconsider if it's the right path for you. There are plenty of other opportunities out there!
Lol, I get that! Even simple commands can feel daunting at first.