Hey everyone! I'm a sophomore in college, and I've been having a tough time with coding. I initially started learning Python and really liked it, but I hit a wall when it came to understanding loops. Despite watching tons of videos and tackling coding problems, I just can't seem to get over that hurdle. I'm a visual and linguistic learner, but nothing seems to work for me. I've recently decided to switch to C++, and while I'm enjoying it, I still worry that coding might never truly click for me.
My ultimate goal is to get into Fin-Tech, and I'm double-majoring in Financial Economics and Computer Science, but I feel like I'm lagging behind my peers and it's really frustrating. However, I'm determined to improve my coding skills! I want to participate in a hackathon in my junior year, and I've even started a project. I'd appreciate any advice or personal experiences that could help me out. If you have suggestions for projects too, please share!
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It sounds like you're really dedicated! One solid way to grasp coding is to pick a project that excites you. Whether it's building a website or creating an app, working on a tangible goal makes the learning stick. If you just focus on coding problems, it’s like trying to learn guitar by only practicing scales—you're missing out on the fun!
Totally agree! A personal project gives you context which makes everything much clearer. Just make sure to build on what you learn as you go.