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Self-studying 101: advice from a self-taught dev

Pauline on January 28, 2021

Embarking on a learning journey on your own is extremely exciting, but can also be very overwhelming. I wanted to share my 2¢ based on my own exper...
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Brenda Michelle

You provide very important points thank you Pauline 🙂 Even after months of studying and making progress I still compare myself to other's progress and accomplishments. It is something I am trying to work on.

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Matt C

Don’t be afraid to drop (popular) resources...

  1. I usually tell 'peeps if something does not 'work' for you then find something that works OR keep looking 'til you find it.

  2. I also tell people that in the beginning try free resources. There are a ton out there. When you find a style you prefer (or have specific questions) THEN buy the book.

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maureen_to (she/her)

Totally agree with this! Hence, I’ve pulled away from reading articles like “10 Tips to become X developer quickly” or “20 Best resources for web development” only to find these resource lists are A) Too long to parse through and see which ones stick with you, and B) learning isn’t linear: You don’t learn the 10 resources and immediately become the next best developer for hire. It’s a process and from my personal experience, going slow and figuring out how you learn best is the BEST tip than anything - I totally agree with the main points! ❤️🙌🏼

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joshuafreddie44

Welcome to the forums!
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ceben

This is such an inspiring and relatable post for anyone on the self-taught developer journey! You've hit the nail on the head — finding the learning method that fits you is absolutely crucial. I wasted months trying to follow what worked for others, only to realize that my brain works very differently.

I also appreciate the reminder that it's okay to drop a resource if it's not clicking. That’s something many beginners struggle with — the guilt of not finishing something "highly recommended." Progress isn't about ticking boxes; it's about actual learning.

And just like the Amrit Brikha Andolan encourages people to take small, consistent steps toward a greener future, this post encourages us to take steady, mindful steps in our coding journey. Whether it’s planting a tree or writing your first “Hello World,” it all adds up over time.

Thanks for sharing this! 💚 Would love to see more tips from your experience!

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danielmason66

Welcome to the community!
This is a super helpful tool for students who need quick and accurate grade conversions! Understanding CGPA to percentage is crucial for university applications, and having an automated calculator makes it so much easier. I also wrote about self-learning and skill development for students here cgpa2percentageonline.com/ I would love to hear your thoughts!

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Jason Miller

This really spoke to me. I’ve been learning SEO and basic web design on my own too. As part of that, I made a small site that lists the Five Guys menu and prices . It gave me something simple and real to work on while figuring things out.

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joshuafreddie44

Hey,
Self-learning skills really help when checking results or handling things online, like the NCVT ITI Result 2025. If you’re a self-taught person, following simple steps on official portals becomes much easier and faster. Keep learning it always pays off. Check it itiresult.co.in/

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littcaesars

I’ve been self-studying web development for the past year, and a lot of the points here felt spot on, especially around staying consistent and not falling into tutorial hell. The part about building real projects instead of endlessly watching videos? Huge. That shift helped me more than anything. I actually built a simple Little Caesars Pizza Menu clone app recently just to practice working with APIs and dynamic content. It wasn’t fancy, but it taught me more than any course ever did. Articles like this help keep the motivation going.

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Jess Horn

As someone diving into development through self-study, your journey proves that consistency and curiosity really do pay off. I’ve been juggling code practice with everyday tasks, and hearing real experiences like yours helps keep the momentum going. It’s funny figuring out how to debug an error sometimes feels as complex as choosing from the Longhorn desserts menu. Thanks for the practical advice especially about project-building. It’s a great reminder that applied learning truly sets you apart in this field.

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arvindsridharan

Pauline, thanks for the post. I am finding loops in java script a little tough to grasp. Especially I see lot of algorithm using loops.

Your suggestion.