How Long Did It Take You to Reach a Professional Level in Coding?

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Asked By CodeGuru99 On

Hey everyone! I'm curious about how long it took you to learn coding well enough that you could develop software on a professional level without constantly checking documentation. I've been at it for 8 months, and while I've learned a lot and built some fun projects, I don't feel like my code is at a professional standard yet. I get that learning is ongoing, but any insights or advice on your journeys would be super helpful. Thanks!

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Answered By DevJourney1 On

Honestly, I would say it took me about a year before I felt like I was writing anything worth using rather than just toy projects. Now, 15 years later, I'm still learning, but the progress is real!

AspiringDev -

That gives me hope! Did you have any formal education or are you self-taught?

Answered By TechWizard27 On

Wow, I've been coding for 15 years and I'm still learning! It's a never-ending journey, to be honest.

DevFanatic88 -

Any tips from your experience?

OldCoder456 -

I'm at 40 years and still going strong!

Answered By CyberNinja42 On

I've got 20 years under my belt and currently work as a senior engineer. Just remember, it's all about continuous learning!

Codetastic -

Got any advice for someone just starting?

Answered By BugHunter23 On

It's been about 8 years for me. If I'm not knee-deep in documentation, I'm bouncing ideas off of ChatGPT! Problem-solving is where the magic happens.

FutureCoder99 -

Haha, same here! What's your strategy for tackling tough problems?

Answered By CodingEnthusiast On

Looking back, I think the best way to get to a professional level is actually working with others. Collaborating on projects really helps bridge the gap. Even if you feel you're just 'good enough', get into a team setting; it accelerates learning!

LearnCodingRight -

So true! I guess feedback is crucial.

DevInProgress -

Right? I need that direct input to grow!

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