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How exactly does one get better at programming? (lemmy.world)

submitted 5 days ago by chrischryse@lemmy.world to c/programming@programming.dev

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So I’m an on/off noobie but have been focusing on actually sticking with programming what I’ve been working on is Python but this question is for programming in general. For me it’s hard but I want to see how I can get better

Like are these good ways to get good:

Follow tutorials, then work on ways of adding your own twists or changes? Or trying to code it in something else?

Work on assignments from a resource you’re using like in my case Python Crash Course and attempt to redo the assignments without looking back?

Experiment with multiple libraries and library methods or built in methods?

Please share any other ways especially ones that helped you

Also when would be good to start a new language after learning one

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[–] arthur@lemmy.zip 2 points 5 days ago

Reading: The Pragmatic Programmer (Andy Hunt & Dave Thomas)

There are podcasts and YouTube channels with great content already available, with videos about specific topics and or libraries.

Read other people's code.

I would advise you to avoid using chatbots to write code or explain it; programming seems a lot like learning human languages, if you do not exercise it, you will not improve. Read code and read error messages.

Using chatbots to understand concepts can be useful, but be careful, it doesn't know anything, it just generates text that seems correct, so always check on other sources.

When you feel comfortable in python, learn the basics of a new language. Each language has its own "way of thinking", and knowing that will make you a better programmer.

And have fun; without it, it is hard to stick to anything.