Forwarded from Sifen
AI isn’t the problem it’s how we use it. Especially when you’re a beginner, AI can literally do everything better than you, and that’s the dangerous part. When you’re starting something new, fight the temptation and try to learn the fundamentals without AI first.
The point isn’t to write code fast it’s to understand the flow, how debugging works, and why things break or work.
What’s been working for me:
- Take fundamentals seriously
- Build real projects (not just tutorials)
- Use AI to explain stuff, review your code, or help optimize not to blindly generate everything
The point isn’t to write code fast it’s to understand the flow, how debugging works, and why things break or work.
What’s been working for me:
- Take fundamentals seriously
- Build real projects (not just tutorials)
- Use AI to explain stuff, review your code, or help optimize not to blindly generate everything
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Your idea is worthless without execution.
What matters is how fast you test it, build it, and improve it.
Stop planning.
Start shipping.
@BuildWithAmir
What matters is how fast you test it, build it, and improve it.
Stop planning.
Start shipping.
@BuildWithAmir
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Knowing syntax doesn’t make you a developer
Building solutions does
Start before you feel ready
Google what you don’t know
Learn by doing
@BuildWithAmir
Building solutions does
Start before you feel ready
Google what you don’t know
Learn by doing
@BuildWithAmir
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rain outside code inside.
the world slows down but your ideas don't
focus build repeat.
every line you write today brings you closer to what you want to create.
@BuildWithAmir
the world slows down but your ideas don't
focus build repeat.
every line you write today brings you closer to what you want to create.
@BuildWithAmir
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Authentication and Authorization Were My Biggest Confusion
When I first started learning backend development, authentication and authorization were my biggest problems. I built projects I made login systems I even used JWT
But honestly I did not understand the theory behind it. I was coding by copying patterns not by understanding concepts authentication and authorization felt like the same thing to me and that confusion followed me every day.
What Went Wrong
Most tutorials jump straight into:
Tokens
Middleware
Roles
Permissions
Without clearly explaining what problem each concept solves so even though my code worked my understanding didn’t. the turning Point everything changed when I simplified it
authentication answers only one question:
Who is the user ? That’s it.
nothing about roles , permissions and access Just identity.
Then I understood the next step
Authorization answers:
What is this user allowed to do?
Once I separated these two in my mind, the confusion disappeared.
Why I’m Sharing This
I know many developers are in the same place I was building projects, writing code but feeling confused inside
If that’s you, know this
You are not behind.
You are not bad at programming
You just need clear mental models not more libraries.
@BuildWithAmir
When I first started learning backend development, authentication and authorization were my biggest problems. I built projects I made login systems I even used JWT
But honestly I did not understand the theory behind it. I was coding by copying patterns not by understanding concepts authentication and authorization felt like the same thing to me and that confusion followed me every day.
What Went Wrong
Most tutorials jump straight into:
Tokens
Middleware
Roles
Permissions
Without clearly explaining what problem each concept solves so even though my code worked my understanding didn’t. the turning Point everything changed when I simplified it
authentication answers only one question:
Who is the user ? That’s it.
nothing about roles , permissions and access Just identity.
Then I understood the next step
Authorization answers:
What is this user allowed to do?
Once I separated these two in my mind, the confusion disappeared.
Why I’m Sharing This
I know many developers are in the same place I was building projects, writing code but feeling confused inside
If that’s you, know this
You are not behind.
You are not bad at programming
You just need clear mental models not more libraries.
@BuildWithAmir
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We Made It Official And This Is Why It Matters
Many partnerships do not fail due to a lack of ideas. They fail because expectations are never clearly defined. This is a reality many founders learn too late For that reason, we chose to take a deliberate and timely step. My partner and I have formally executed our partnership agreement. This decision was not a procedural formality; it was a strategic one Before scaling operations, facing external pressure, or navigating complexity, we prioritized clarity and alignment. The agreement clearly defines how we work together both when circumstances are favorable and when challenges arise.
Why does this matter?
Because strong and sustainable businesses are not built on assumptions. They are built on structure, trust, and shared accountability. Documenting our understanding required open and honest conversations. It strengthened our partnership and provided the confidence needed to move forward with focus and discipline.
With a solid foundation now in place, the next phase is clear
Execute Build Grow Deliver meaningful value.
This marks the beginning of a focused and intentional journey.
@BuildWithAmir
Many partnerships do not fail due to a lack of ideas. They fail because expectations are never clearly defined. This is a reality many founders learn too late For that reason, we chose to take a deliberate and timely step. My partner and I have formally executed our partnership agreement. This decision was not a procedural formality; it was a strategic one Before scaling operations, facing external pressure, or navigating complexity, we prioritized clarity and alignment. The agreement clearly defines how we work together both when circumstances are favorable and when challenges arise.
Why does this matter?
Because strong and sustainable businesses are not built on assumptions. They are built on structure, trust, and shared accountability. Documenting our understanding required open and honest conversations. It strengthened our partnership and provided the confidence needed to move forward with focus and discipline.
With a solid foundation now in place, the next phase is clear
Execute Build Grow Deliver meaningful value.
This marks the beginning of a focused and intentional journey.
@BuildWithAmir
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2026 is closer than we think and no we’re not the same people we were a few years ago.
We broke things.
We built things that didn’t scale.
We trusted the wrong ideas, rushed decisions, and learned the hard way.
But here’s the truth most people won’t say out loud those mistakes were the real education.
As developers and builders, we didn’t just learn new tools we learned how to think, how to recover, how to adapt.
Now, heading into 2026, InshaAllah the focus is sharper than ever
Independence over dependency
Skills that compound, not trends that fade
Systems over shortcuts
Execution over excuses
We may still be learning but we’re no longer guessing.
We’re moving with intention, experience, and discipline.
2026 isn’t a reset.
It’s a level-up.
Same ambition.
Stronger mindset.
Better skills.
Insha’Allah, 2026 will be the year we build with clarity and purpose.
Are you ready for 2026 or will it pass you like the others?
@BuildWithAmir
We broke things.
We built things that didn’t scale.
We trusted the wrong ideas, rushed decisions, and learned the hard way.
But here’s the truth most people won’t say out loud those mistakes were the real education.
As developers and builders, we didn’t just learn new tools we learned how to think, how to recover, how to adapt.
Now, heading into 2026, InshaAllah the focus is sharper than ever
Independence over dependency
Skills that compound, not trends that fade
Systems over shortcuts
Execution over excuses
We may still be learning but we’re no longer guessing.
We’re moving with intention, experience, and discipline.
2026 isn’t a reset.
It’s a level-up.
Same ambition.
Stronger mindset.
Better skills.
Insha’Allah, 2026 will be the year we build with clarity and purpose.
Are you ready for 2026 or will it pass you like the others?
@BuildWithAmir
every grate programmer was once a beginner the tech world is waiting for your ideas .
@BuildWithAmir
@BuildWithAmir
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Stop jumping from language to language.
Stop chasing the “next shiny framework.”
I’ve been there. React → Node → Python → C … thinking learning everything would make me unstoppable. Reality it didn’t It just made me spread thin, frustrated and slow.
Here’s the truth depth beats distraction.
Pick one language One framework One stack and Master it.
Not by memorizing everything but by knowing the fundamentals so well that you can solve problems with confidence.
Mastery isn’t knowing all the libraries.
Mastery is being able to build, debug, and explain your system without second guessing yourself.
Trends come and go Tools change But your skill, understanding, and ability to ship that lasts.
Pick one Stick with it and Build relentlessly.
Your product will improve
Your confidence will grow
Your future self will thank you
@BuildWithAmir
Stop chasing the “next shiny framework.”
I’ve been there. React → Node → Python → C … thinking learning everything would make me unstoppable. Reality it didn’t It just made me spread thin, frustrated and slow.
Here’s the truth depth beats distraction.
Pick one language One framework One stack and Master it.
Not by memorizing everything but by knowing the fundamentals so well that you can solve problems with confidence.
Mastery isn’t knowing all the libraries.
Mastery is being able to build, debug, and explain your system without second guessing yourself.
Trends come and go Tools change But your skill, understanding, and ability to ship that lasts.
Pick one Stick with it and Build relentlessly.
Your product will improve
Your confidence will grow
Your future self will thank you
@BuildWithAmir
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Forwarded from Codenight Jobs
Hello Codenight Devs,
Sheger BPO is a talent acquisition company that connects devs like us with remote companies looking to hire. No promises it'll land you a gig right away, but sharing your resume and skills helps them match you with relevant projects down the line.
The split? The Developer Team keep 40% of the project pay, and the company take the rest (60%) for their cut.
They're aiming to build a pool of up to 300 devs, so let's rally as a community and kick this off. If you're down, hit up the form below and toss in your details.
https://forms.gle/ZfkdyasCRdvojAry7
#code@codenight_jobs
Sheger BPO is a talent acquisition company that connects devs like us with remote companies looking to hire. No promises it'll land you a gig right away, but sharing your resume and skills helps them match you with relevant projects down the line.
The split? The Developer Team keep 40% of the project pay, and the company take the rest (60%) for their cut.
They're aiming to build a pool of up to 300 devs, so let's rally as a community and kick this off. If you're down, hit up the form below and toss in your details.
https://forms.gle/ZfkdyasCRdvojAry7
#code@codenight_jobs
At 18, I’m building a startup. Most people think I’m too young. Some families believe the only way to lead your life is to go to university, get a degree and play it safe but honestly we all know that path doesn’t always lead to growth and some people will never accept it.
Building a startup is hard. It’s not just ideas or code it’s learning, failing and solving problems no one else can. At 18, I’m balancing school (to be honest, I missed a lot of classes but it’s not my fault I’ll share more about our education system soon ), family expectations and limited resources (making progress is never easy ⚡️). Every challenge, every mistake and every small win teaches me resilience, patience and the mindset needed to build something real.
School doesn’t always teach discipline the way it should , family teaches grounding and limitations teach creativity 💡. Starting early doesn’t mean shortcuts it means using every moment to learn, improve and grow even when others don’t understand your path.
Age, expectations or traditional paths don’t define your future. I’m building mine today
step by step, failure by failure, idea by idea so I can own tomorrow.
@BuildWithAmir
Building a startup is hard. It’s not just ideas or code it’s learning, failing and solving problems no one else can. At 18, I’m balancing school (to be honest, I missed a lot of classes but it’s not my fault I’ll share more about our education system soon ), family expectations and limited resources (making progress is never easy ⚡️). Every challenge, every mistake and every small win teaches me resilience, patience and the mindset needed to build something real.
School doesn’t always teach discipline the way it should , family teaches grounding and limitations teach creativity 💡. Starting early doesn’t mean shortcuts it means using every moment to learn, improve and grow even when others don’t understand your path.
Age, expectations or traditional paths don’t define your future. I’m building mine today
step by step, failure by failure, idea by idea so I can own tomorrow.
@BuildWithAmir
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