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#177 - The science behind learning to code: Why you don’t need 10,000 hours to succeed
Develop Yourself
Rethinking Coding Education
This chapter challenges the myth that 10,000 hours of practice is necessary to learn coding, presenting evidence that focused 20-hour sessions can yield proficient results. It advocates for a project-based learning approach, drawing parallels with music education to enhance motivation and retention. The discussion highlights the importance of modern technology and interactivity in coding education while critiquing current online learning platforms for their lack of effective instructional design.
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