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Cat Ballar

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Shannon Crabill
Shannon Crabill
Nov 13, 2020

Honestly, it's okay to cry. It's okay to have a bit of an identity crisis when you encounter these difficulties.

Very well said, Cat. This is great advice, not just for code newbies too.

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Cat Ballar
Cat Ballar
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·Nov 14, 2020

I definitely agree. This isn't just for noobs, but for anyone at all stages of their dev journey.

I do remember breaking down a LOT when I started out because I kept fighting that jerk of an inner voice saying, "lol u can't do this cuz ur not smart."

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Mike Shillcock
Mike Shillcock
Nov 14, 2020

As a newbie.. THANKS! Really needed this! Currently had to step back from a project, this has inspired me to keep pushing.

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Favourite Jome
Favourite Jome
Nov 13, 2020

I need to remind myself of what you mentioned more frequently.

Thanks for sharing 🤩.

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Deactivated User
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Deactivated User
Nov 15, 2020

Beautifully said :)

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Maxi Contieri
Maxi Contieri
Nov 15, 2020

Nice advice! I second you on writing 50 ifs and then refactoring.

Sometimes junior devs asked me it they should go for a degree or not. Unlike other professions you can code without a degree. Just Imagine a surgeon without one.

The advice is: Try to get a degree now. You can learn in udemy, youtube and lots of online courses. But there are solid stuff you only learn at university.

If you want to build a cottage you don't need a strong foundation. If your goal is to build skyscrapers you should. It is up to you.

Sorry for hijacking your post :)

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David Bugger
David Bugger
Nov 15, 2020

Wow interesting you made feel stronger deep down thanks for the motivation 👊👊

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Paula Maranhão
Paula Maranhão
Nov 17, 2020

Code newbie keeping a mental note of this post. Thanks for the valuable advice!

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