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S19:E5 - What are some common mistakes people make when learning to code (Ceora Ford)

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Mar 7, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Non-Linear Path to Coding

  • Ceora Ford's initial coding experience in high school with HTML, CSS, and C++ sparked her interest in software development.
  • However, she pursued digital marketing after high school, coding on and off for 1.5 years before committing during the pandemic.
ANECDOTE

Starts and Stops in Learning

  • Ceora's coding journey involved several starts and stops, including a coding boot camp and exploring blockchain.
  • She finally committed to learning Python due to a scholarship program, despite initial struggles and self-doubt.
ADVICE

Focus on a Few Languages

  • Avoid jumping between languages if you want to be employable.
  • Focus on one or two languages relevant to your target career path, and build a solid foundation before exploring others.
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