Hey everyone! I'm currently in my second year as a software engineering student, and while I know how to code in Java, Python, and C++, I feel a bit stuck when it comes to building larger projects. I want to challenge myself and create something substantial, maybe even clone an app like Instagram or Facebook. However, I've mostly found basic tutorials and I'm unsure about the right tech stack to use. If you were in my shoes, how would you approach building an application from scratch? What steps would you take?
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No one starts off being able to create big projects entirely on their own. Instagram and Facebook were the result of hundreds of engineers working together over many years. Instead of trying to clone those right away, I suggest you start with a smaller project. Build that incrementally and add features over time. While it's okay to use chatbots for assistance, make sure to understand the concepts rather than just copying and pasting code.
Absolutely! I'm planning to dive into Flutter for the frontend since I already know C and C++. I'll start with basic pages and implement a simple feature gradually. Once I'm comfortable, I'll move on to the clone application.