I've been diving into programming, specifically aiming to become a mobile app developer. I grasp the basics, but when it comes time to actually create something, I often feel like I'm starting from scratch. For example, I might learn concept A and create a project with it, then I learn concept B and build something new. However, when I try to combine A and B in a new project, I get stuck and forget what I previously learned. It feels like I'm caught in a cycle of knowing the basics but struggling to remember and apply them together. Has anyone else gone through this? How do you push past this hurdle?
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You're definitely not alone! It's a common struggle. Learning the basics is just the first step; the real key is practicing those concepts repeatedly until they stick. Think of it as building muscle memory. It takes time and consistent practice to internalize what you’ve learned.
What kind of projects should I focus on? Just keep making small ones or try to combine concepts as I learn them?