I'm about to graduate in a year, and I'm feeling really lost when it comes to my skills. I only know HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and while I've dabbled in React and Node by following a YouTube tutorial for a bookstore project, that's about it. With my resume looking almost empty, I'm getting anxious about not having any internships lined up. I think I struggle with executive dysfunction, and the pressure is really pushing me to take action now.
I see so many resumes here with amazing projects and experiences, and it feels overwhelming, especially since I just started. I want to figure out how to create meaningful projects and ensure that I'm truly learning instead of just depending on tutorials and AI. I need to move quickly to gain some solid internship experience before I graduate. I've lost a lot of confidence lately, and I feel like I need concrete advice on how to make progress without wasting more time. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
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Building complex projects might seem daunting, but think of it this way: every project can be a simplified version of something larger. Start with what you know, like your bookstore project, and gradually add features. Technologies that sound complicated, like OAuth or JWT, are just tools that help you build specific functionalities. Tackling them one at a time can help demystify the process.
When you're ready to expand your skills, try to keep things manageable and learn to integrate new technologies as you need them. Practice makes perfect!
One solid approach is to work on projects one piece at a time. Focus on a small feature, build that out, and then slowly incorporate sections of the larger project. This way, it won't feel as overwhelming, and you'll build confidence as you complete each part.
That makes a lot of sense! Could you give an example of how to break down a project into smaller tasks?
Thanks for the insight! So, you're saying I can start with basic features and add more as I go? That sounds doable. And what about learning resources like The Odin Project? Any thoughts on that?