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🚀 95% of people who try to learn coding eventually give up — not necessarily because programming is too difficult, but often because it’s taught in ways that prioritize memorization over real practice. 💡 One idea that strongly resonated with me is that coding is not learned by passively consuming theory or endlessly watching tutorials. Real progress happens through building, solving, debugging, and practicing consistently. 🐍 That’s one of the reasons I started my Python journey on Exercism’s Practice Track. 🛠️ Its learning-by-doing approach focuses on solving real exercises, strengthening core concepts, and developing problem-solving skills through hands-on experience rather than passive study. 📚 As I continue publishing solutions and unlocking new programming concepts, my focus is not just on learning Python syntax — it’s on building practical coding discipline, technical confidence, and a stronger foundation in software development. 🔥 One exercise at a time. #cs_internship #Machine_learning #step1

Why do beginners struggle so much in programming? For me, it wasn’t because coding was too hard. It was how I was learning. I spent a lot of time watching tutorials. One after the other. Variables and data types today, functions tomorrow… the cycle continues. It felt like I was learning, but in reality, I was just watching and copying. I followed along in the video, but once I closed it, I couldn’t build anything on my own. No real understanding. Just repetition. And that’s where I struggled the most. I thought I was making progress, but I was just staying in the same place. Looking back now, I realize tutorials are helpful, but only to a point. If you don’t practice on your own and try to understand what you’re doing, it becomes a cycle. Watch. Copy. Forget. Repeat. To be honest, I’ve realized you can’t learn everything in programming at once. What helped me was slowing down, focusing on the basics, and actually understanding how things work instead of just following tutorials. Building on that gradually made learning easier. It’s not always perfect, but it’s progress. Still learning, still growing. #Python #PythonBeginners #LearnPython #CodingJourney #BeginnerDeveloper

Reading about code is not the same as writing it. That gap between "I understand this concept" and "I can solve a problem with it" is where most learners get stuck. Tutorials make sense while you're following along. But open a blank editor, and suddenly it's a different story. W3Schools just launched something that targets exactly this: Practice Coding Problems with a Weekly Challenge. Here's how it works. 101 problems per language. 12 languages — Python, Java, C, C++, C#, TypeScript, Node.js, PHP, Kotlin, Swift, Rust, and R. You write real code, submit it, and get instant feedback. No hand-holding, no multiple choice. Just you and the problem. Every week there's a new challenge with a countdown and XP reward. Solve it, earn XP, climb the leaderboard. It's a small thing, but having a fresh problem to look forward to each week builds a rhythm that tutorials alone never create. The best part is the approach. It meets you where you are. Easy problems to build confidence, harder ones to stretch. The kind of practice that turns "I've read about loops" into "I can write a working solution from scratch." If you're learning to code - or mentoring someone who is - this is worth bookmarking. #coding #w3schools #programming #learncoding #webdevelopment

Previously, I talked about my struggle with the “Watch. Copy. Forget. Repeat.” cycle in learning programming. Today, I want to share what I wish I had done better when I was starting out. One thing I didn’t do early enough was connect with other people while learning. I was learning alone, and honestly, it made everything harder than it needed to be. There were moments I got stuck on simple things, spent hours trying to figure it out, and later realized someone else could have explained it in minutes. I wish I had joined a community earlier, where I could ask questions, share progress, and see how others were learning too. Learning alone works, but learning with others makes the journey easier and more motivating. Even just talking about what you’re learning helps you understand it better. If you’re just starting out, this is what I would say from my experience: Don’t just watch tutorials, practice. Don’t just copy code, try to understand it. Don’t learn alone, connect with others if you can. It’s not always easy, but it’s worth it. Still learning, still growing. #Python #CodingJourney #BeginnerDeveloper #SoftwareDevelopment

Most students don’t quit coding because it’s hard… They quit because it’s explained poorly. At Comprehend - An Edtech Company we believe learning should be simple, structured and actually make sense. No jargon. No confusion. Just real understanding. 🎯 Why students choose Comprehend: * Beginner-friendly coding lessons * Step-by-step explanations  * Real-world projects to build confidence * Personalised learning support * Perfect for students in the USA & UK Whether you're starting with Python, JavaScript or Web Development, we help you learn coding without feeling lost. Stop guessing. Start understanding. Join Comprehend today and turn confusion into clarity. #LearnCoding #OnlineCodingClasses #ProgrammingLife #USAStudents #UKStudents

🚫 Stop Watching Coding Tutorials. Start Building. Most beginners are stuck in “tutorial hell”: → Watching videos for hours → Feeling productive → But building NOTHING Here’s the truth 👇 You don’t need more tutorials. You need a SYSTEM. Starting today, I’m launching a series: 👉 “From Zero to Job-Ready Developer (No Tutorial Hell)” In this series, I’ll show: ✔ What to learn (only what matters) ✔ How to practice (real projects) ✔ Where it’s used (actual jobs) ✔ What to do next (clear roadmap) No fluff. No theory overload. Just execution. If you’re serious about learning coding for a job, follow this series. Day 2 → How to start Python the RIGHT way. #coding #programming #python #java #webdevelopment #careergrowth #developers #100DaysOfCode #learncoding #techcareers

🚀 Starting out in programming and worried about choosing the “wrong” language? Good news: it’s almost impossible to mess this up. With 600+ programming languages out there, decision paralysis is real. But as Cory Stieg explains, your first language doesn’t define or limit your career. The fundamentals: variables, loops, conditionals, functions, carry across languages, making each new one easier to learn 💡 Most developers end up learning multiple languages anyway, and a programming language is just one tool in a much bigger toolkit 🧰. What really matters is starting, staying curious, and building problem‑solving skills along the way. If you’re on the fence, this article is a great reminder that progress beats perfection. Pick a language, start coding, and adjust as you grow 👨💻👩💻 #Programming #LearningToCode #CareerInTech #ContinualLearning

Why I Created Coding Made Simple As I progressed in learning to code, I realised how quickly things can start to feel overwhelming — especially when concepts begin to stack on top of each other. Not because the concepts are impossible, but because they’re unfamiliar, and they don’t always click straight away. I’d sometimes catch myself thinking while practising: “This feels a bit high level… I’m not sure I fully get it yet.” And honestly? That’s completely normal. Learning anything new takes time, clarity, and explanations that meet you exactly where you are — not where you’re “supposed” to be. Although things eventually start to make sense — especially with the support around you, whether that’s peers, mentors, or your learning community — those early stages, when you’re absorbing so much at once, can still feel like a lot. If you’ve ever felt that way, you’re not alone. You’re not behind. You’re simply learning. That’s exactly why I created Coding Made Simple. It’s the guide I wish I had earlier — something that: • breaks down programming concepts in plain English • focuses on the why behind the code • includes real‑world, practical examples • helps you build confidence step by step If you’re at the start of your coding journey and things feel a little overwhelming, this was made with you in mind. 👉 Check it out on Payhip: https://lnkd.in/e2iWbz_2 Or on Gumroad: 👉https://lnkd.in/eNCwfmHT Happy coding! #CodingJourney #LearningToCode #ProgrammingBasics #SoftwareDevelopment #BeginnerCoder #CodeNewbie #CodingMadeSimple #WomenWhoCode

When I started learning programming, I thought I just needed to learn fast. But I was making small mistakes that slowed me down. Focusing too much on syntax. Expecting quick results. Not practicing enough. And comparing myself with others. Now I’m trying to change that. I wrote about the mistakes I made while learning programming 👇 https://lnkd.in/dXQ_TKKj What’s one mistake you made while learning to code? #TechJourney #LearningInPublic #StudentLife #CodingJourney