Stop Watching Coding Tutorials and Start Doing
In this video I go over why you should stop watching coding tutorials and start doing active learning.
Are you guilty of spending too much time watching coding tutorials instead of actually coding? If so, it's time to break the cycle and start taking action. In this video, we'll explore why relying too heavily on coding tutorials can actually hold you back from becoming a better programmer, and what you can do instead to improve your skills and gain confidence.
First, we'll examine the limitations of tutorials, and why they can create a false sense of mastery that doesn't translate to real-world coding challenges. We'll also discuss how watching others code can be a passive activity that doesn't engage your brain in the same way as hands-on coding practice.
Next, we'll explore some strategies for breaking out of the tutorial-watching habit and getting started with your own coding projects. We'll talk about the importance of setting goals, choosing projects that are challenging but achievable, and breaking down large tasks into smaller steps.
Finally, we'll offer some tips for staying motivated and accountable as you work on your coding projects. We'll discuss the value of seeking feedback and collaborating with other programmers, as well as the benefits of maintaining a growth mindset and embracing failure as an opportunity to learn.
If you're ready to stop watching coding tutorials and start doing, this video is for you. Join us as we explore how to take your coding skills to the next level through active practice and real-world problem-solving.
In this video I talk about the good and bad about coding tutorials. There are many coding tutorials on just about every topic such as web development, software engineering, apps, mobile development, and all of them can be good and bad. This is where you as a programmer come in. Do not let the coding tutorials replace the programmer you are. Use them as a tool to improve your programming and coding capabilities.
Introduction: 00:00
Watching vs Active Learning: 00:28
How to Start Active Learning Step: 02:14
Implement What You Learn: 03:45
Graduate From Coding Tutorials: 04:46
I want my channel to help beginners and people in general to have a clear goal in coding and programming in general.
Channels from the intro and various clips:
Programming with Mosh: @programmingwithmosh
Free Code Camp: @freecodecamp
My links:
Instagram: / bradley.d.allen
TikTok: / bradleydallen
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