I'm diving into learning JavaScript by trying to build a web game based on Pacman. I found a comprehensive YouTube tutorial to guide me through the process. My main concern is whether following such a tutorial could trap me in what's often called 'tutorial hell'—where you watch tutorials but never really graduate to building on your own. If that's the case, what are some better ways to learn while still working on this game? I've looked for advice, but most of the discussions I found seem outdated. Thanks for your insights!
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Exactly! It’s totally fine to use tutorials as a starting point. Just make sure you push your limits afterward. Once you get the basics, focus on creating your own additions or changes to the game. You can always refer back to the tutorial when you hit a snag, but the key is to ensure you're actively building alongside it.
Tutorial hell usually refers to endlessly watching tutorials without applying what you've learned. However, tutorials can be really useful if you use them wisely. After you finish a segment of the tutorial, challenge yourself: try adding new features, modify the code, or even start over from scratch without relying on the tutorial this time. Use the tutorial as a tool, but don’t let it define your learning journey!
So you're saying I can build my own stuff based on the tutorial? That sounds doable!
Simply put, don’t worry about it. If this is your first experience with a tutorial, just enjoy it! Tutorial hell isn’t about using a tutorial; it’s about never implementing what you learn. It’s fine to use them!
Thanks for the encouragement! Looking forward to learning more.
What tutorials are about isn't the problem; it’s the way they’re used. If you keep going back to one tutorial without trying your hand, that’s when you hit tutorial hell. The best way to approach it is to enjoy the process and keep experimenting. You’ll learn more just by doing!
Thanks for clarifying that! I’ll keep trying things out for myself.
Check out a structured curriculum for more guidance! For example, the OSSU curriculum on GitHub is a great resource. Avoid tutorials that are poorly made since that can lead you down a confusing path. Quality matters!
Appreciate the tip! I'll definitely check out that repo.
Got it! So it's more about how I engage with the content.