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[#CNC2022 "Start Coding" Cohort 1] What language/framework have you decided to learn?

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This thread is for participants in Cohort 1 of #CNC2022's "Start Coding" Challenge.

Mission 2 Discussion Thread

After you've completed the reading and exercises in your Mission 2 email (to be sent on Monday, February 7), respond to the following prompts...

1. What language or framework have you decided to learn?
2. Why did you pick it?

Scan through the comments after you've posted your own and interact with 1-2 other people. Don't forget to follow these people on CodeNewbie Community if you aren't already!

Congrats on challenging yourself to Start Coding! If you have any questions about the challenge overall, head to the Start Coding Help Thread. For any technical questions throughout the challenge (or in general) write a #help post on CodeNewbie Community or DEV and share with the community!

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Shweta • Feb 7 '22

Which platform/field would you like to work in?
I want to work in enterprise development.
What do you want to build first?
I want to build a web app.

3 . My priority with learning to code is..
My priority is to get better at coding. Build projects.

Do you know CSS and/or HTML?
Yes, I knoe html, css, flexbox and gridbox
Do you like to be more self-sufficient when learning things or completing projects? Or do you like to work in groups?
I personally love to work alone as I have been working alone for so long. But I definitely would to work in a group.

Anthony Grimes • Feb 7 '22

Enterprise development sounds interesting and I think "web apps" is a great area of focus, since they can be consumed in multiple mediums (desktop, mobile, etc.).
Wishing you the best on your adventures; you got this!

Anthony Grimes • Feb 7 '22 • Edited

What language or framework have you decided to learn?
I have decided to focus on JavaScript in the short term.
Why did you pick it?
This will help build towards my ultimate goal in getting into web development. I also am learning more about HTML/CSS along the way.

thatohgi • Feb 8 '22

I purchased a CSS and HTML book back in 2009 because I wanted to learn to code. I just now opened that book up the other day after startign this course. I know that I am in a better place to learn code now but I wish I hadn't waited 13 years to learn about the beautiful simplicity of HTML.

mijost45 • Feb 9 '22

I've also decided to go for JS in the short term. It seems easy enough and it's an attainable goal. :)

Ryan Day • Feb 10 '22

Same here! I'm having a lot harder time grasping JavaScript so I think I need to really focus on building a foundation here before branching to other languages.

Owaji-inyagham Ogbuluijah • Feb 22 '22

Hello, @Ryan Day understanding JavaScript can be a bit tricky but with a bit of patience you can become a ninja in it.

Dulya Perera • Feb 7 '22

Which platform/field would you like to work in?
I want to work in mobile development.
What do you want to build first?
I want to build a mobile app.
My priority with learning to code is...
to build a mobile apps quickly with best practicing of code.
Do you know CSS and/or HTML?
I know both CSS and HTML where I have always applied to develop projects.
Do you like to be more self-sufficient when learning things or completing projects? Or do you like to work in groups?
Usually I have been working alone on projects and I love it because it's little bit quite and can make own decisions. However, I got the several chance to work as a group to complete the project which is more productive.

Tom Cieslukowski • Feb 7 '22

What language or framework have you decided to learn? The language that I have decided to learn is JavaScript. 2) Why did you pick it? The reason I picked JavaScript is because it is easy to learn. It will also help me to branch out and learn React, TypeScript, etc. It will also help me to create more dynamic websites. Lastly, it will help me to become a really good web developer some day! :)

Clint Strange • Feb 8 '22

You got this, Tom. I also very interested in learning more about TypeScript!

Randy Knight • Feb 8 '22

Hi Tom, It seems like you and I share similar goals. I also wish to be a good webdev in the future. Good luck with your studies! 😎

Tom Cieslukowski • Feb 8 '22

Thanks Randy! You too!

Bisrategebriel Fisseha • Feb 9 '22

That's fantastic! Tom. It's nice to have some friends who have similar interests.

Tom Cieslukowski • Feb 9 '22

Yes, I agree with you Bisrategebriel Fisseha!

Alexis B • Feb 7 '22

I have decided to focus on learning JavaScript
I chose JavaScript because I have a base knowledge of it already and it has a wide variety of uses in both web and mobile development which are both areas I would like to pursue in the future.

Reflection Questions:

Which platform/field would you like to work in? a. I want to work in web development with the option to learn app development in the future
What do you want to build first? a. I want to build an ecommerce website
My priority with learning to code is…
a. My priority with learning to code it having fun and learning a new skill
Do you know HTML and CSS?
a. Yes, I have dabbled in HTML, CSS, and a bit of JavaScript over the years
Do you like to be more self-sufficient when learning things or completing projects? Or do you like to work in groups?
b. I like to be more self-sufficient, but find it helps to have a group of people to bounce ideas and problems off of when necessary.

Clint Strange • Feb 8 '22

Keep being consistent in your learning and continue to build off the foundation you already have in JavaScript!

Abaraoha David • Feb 11 '22

Same here! I also want to build an e-commerce site too!
I tried doing it once but failed. Though that time I tried doing it with Python and Django and I was watching just tutorials without asking for help then I got stuck 😄

Nick Oliver • Feb 7 '22 • Edited

Which platform/field would you like to work in? I am satisfied to stay with being able to contribute in the Systems Admin field.
What do you want to build first? See answer number one
My priority with learning to code is... My priority is to be able to code in a manner that supports my job function, as necessary
Do you know CSS and/or HTML? If not, that’s totally fine! If you don’t know CSS or HTML, these are good starting points. I don't KNOW either, but I have used both in taking care of personal life websites.
Do you like to be more self-sufficient when learning things or completing projects? Or do you like to work in groups? I would prefer to LEARN with others, but given my work choice, I typically work on my own.

Clint Strange • Feb 8 '22

I have decided to focus on JavaScript and React - specifically the MERN Stack.
I already have a bit of a foundation with JavaScript and React including a basic knowledge of MongoDB, Express and Node.JS. I hope to leverage the knowledge I already have and develop those skills with a focus here and then expand out.

janjib • Feb 8 '22

Which platform/field would you like to work in?
I would like to work in web development for the time being.
What do you want to build first?
A webapp
My priority with learning to code is to apply all the stuff that I learned in the tutorial and etc. I also looking forward to learning new things that help me in building a highly requested webapp.
Do you know CSS and/or HTML?
Yes, I know both HTML and CSS
Do you like to be more self-sufficient when learning things or completing projects? Or do you like to work in groups?

Working on projects in a group is a lot of fun. However, at my current level, completing projects on my own allows me to learn and absorb more about web development.

Sr.Hatcher • Feb 14 '22

we are walking on the same road, though i can tell you know more than me, but if you ever need my help, just ask for it :)

charles madhuku • Feb 8 '22

Which platform/field would you like to work in? i want to work in web development

2.What do you want to build first?
i want to build a web app

3.My priority with learning to code is...?
i want to code because i love computers so i need way to make greats things with them

4.Do you know CSS and/or HTML?
I know html and css very well

5.Do you like to be more self-sufficient when learning things or completing projects? Or do you like to work in groups?
I want to be more self sufficient when learning things or completing smaller projects but when projects becomes large and hard i like to work in groups and joining communities

Sr.Hatcher • Feb 14 '22

I also want to make great things with computers! starting with Javascript will help us reach that goal, i'm here whenever you need me :)

charles madhuku • Feb 14 '22

Okay thank u we should try to build some javascript projects together to polish some skills especially react

Sr.Hatcher • Feb 15 '22

oh man, i'm cool with that! i'm just starting to learn how to use git and github, and after that i'm starting with Javascript. that'll be a great pratice! i'll text you as soon as i get the basics with them, you can tell me if you have an idea for a project to build >:)

charles madhuku • Feb 15 '22

Okay that's good. For me I have some basic JavaScript skills so when you are ready text me

thatohgi • Feb 8 '22 • Edited

What language or framework have you decided to learn?

I am going to work on a project using Ruby

Why did you pick it?

The first time I heard the name I was intrigued and now that I am building my own personal site it would be really cool to learn this and put it on Rails!

Which platform/field would you like to work in?
I want to work in [web/mobile/enterprise/game] development I am really looking forward to enterprise development,
I like the idea of being able to code my own simple HTML projects but I don't think webdev is where I am wanting to-go
in the long run. For this project I am leaning towards Ruby.

What do you want to build first?
I want to build a [website or web app], [mobile app]

___I am going to build out my first fully coded web site___.

My priority with learning to code is...
Having fun? Building websites quickly? Having a widely used/practical skill? Writing efficient code?

___My goal with learning to code is to build a practical understanding of how machine language works and how I can manipulate it__.



Do you know CSS and/or HTML?
If not, that’s totally fine! If you don’t know CSS or HTML, these are good starting points.

__I do not know CSS and HTML yet! I have however started on my first HTML web page__.



Do you like to be more self-sufficient when learning things or completing projects? Or do you like to work in groups?
Jot down your thoughts on your learning style here. Certain frameworks/languages have active communities with lots of resources while others require a bit more independence. 

_I would much rather learn in a group setting than figure it out on my own. The benefit of having someone else to work with is the collaboration that you get when learning or working with someone else_.

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