I've got a programming project due in just two weeks! It's a full-stack website that needs user accounts, a shop for products, and other complex features. Right now, I'm only about 10% done; I've managed to complete the login and registration on the backend, but the frontend still needs work. I'm running into issues with my database since I'm using SQLAlchemy with SQLite, and my unit and integration tests are a mess. I haven't started on many features and still need to develop a lot of the frontend while fixing bugs that I've been putting off. Any advice on how to tackle this in time, especially with the inevitable bugs that will come up?
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Have you considered talking to your teacher about possibly reducing the project scope? If you picked the features, it might be worth asking if you can focus on the most important ones. If it's a huge project and you only have two weeks, they might understand and help you out. Also, make sure you're not overcomplicating things by trying to cover every edge case.
Prioritize your tasks! Just focus on what will earn you the most marks even if it means not finishing everything. Eliminate distractions from your environment—maybe remove video games or block social media sites while working.
I struggle with prioritizing too. The list just keeps growing, and I tend to get stuck on one task for ages.
You should have started earlier! If it looks like you're really behind, consider if retaking the course is a possibility. Also, asking AI for help might not work out well, focused effort is key.
You can definitely make progress in two weeks if you focus! Try using something like the Pomodoro technique to keep your productivity up. Break your work into small chunks to make it feel less overwhelming.
From my college days, I can tell you—you're in a tough spot. But look at it as a learning experience. First, check your grading rubric and prioritize what will get you the most points. Focus on features that can be implemented quickly, especially in the frontend. Also, chat with your teacher about your struggles; they'll appreciate that you're thinking ahead. Grind hard and don't be afraid to take some practical shortcuts where it makes sense. Good luck!
How crucial are unit and integration tests? I was told I need to submit a test log for my project.
That's a good point! It might be a bit late if this was assigned ages ago, but at least they can guide you on what to prioritize.