Btw, I've received some questions about using Cursor, V0, or Bolt to code...

Using AI to code without knowing how to code is like buying a Ferrari without knowing how to drive.

AI can give you a feeling of progressing super fast because you can build an entire landing page using English.

But the moment you have a bug or want something specific, you won't be able to connect the dots and get stuck in the AI loop.

Coding is easier than ever, but there's no cheat sheet:

1. Learn the basics of coding first (use AI to explain everything)
2. Then use AI to code faster

Learn the basics at @EmmersiveLearning .... That is all.

Why Most Self-Taught Developers FAIL

part I


The simple truth is that most people who are looking to become self-taught programmers will not succeed…​
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Yes…
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The thousands of people every single day who decide to pick up a Udemy course or dabble in some FreeCodeCamp to try and learn to code…
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Most of them will not succeed in becoming a self-taught developer.
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There's too many people trying to do it…
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Too many people who don't take it seriously…
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Amongst many other problems…
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So in this post, I want to talk about the main reasons WHY most self-taught programmers fail…
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What are the big things that are holding them back from learning to code…
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What are the mistakes they are making that are stopping them from getting hired…
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What are the pitfalls that are preventing them from landing that dream coding job and running off into the sunset…

Iman

@FlutterBegin

#1 - Lack Of Structure / Path

Part II

The first problem that gets so many self-taught programmers is that they come into this journey without a plan or a path…
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​"By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail."​
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That quote couldn't be ANY truer when it comes to learning how to code self-taught…
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So when you're first getting started…
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Figure out what it is you want to do.
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What career path do you want to go into?
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Do you want to be a game developer?
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Do you want to be a mobile app developer?
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Do you want to be a web developer?
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Take the time to really dive deeper into the different career paths in tech…
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Pick one that you want to get into and STICK with it.
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And once you know what area of software development you want to get into…
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Spend some time getting a solid roadmap in place.
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You can find these roadmaps on YouTube…
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There's also plenty of them on Google…
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But one resource I highly recommend any beginners check out is roadmap.sh
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This website has a bunch of roadmaps for pretty much every field in tech - which you can use to get more clarity and help you better plan your journey.

Iman

Part III...............
@FlutterBegin

#2 - Waiting To Apply For Jobs

Part III

The other thing that a ton of self-taught programmers get wrong is that they are continuously waiting to start applying to jobs…
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Self-taught developers do this for 6 months…
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9 months…
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Even a year…
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And when I talk to them - they tell me they've just finished a major project…
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And instead of going out and applying for jobs, they are going to keep building projects until they feel "ready" for a job.
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And they remain in that procrastination hell for ages…
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Constantly pushing off applying for jobs.
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I've even seen people push this off 2 or 3 years because their idea of what it takes to be a junior developer is high in their mind…
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Unfortunately, there is no cure for this…
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There's no magic pill I can give you that is going to solve this problem…
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At the end of the day, it's on YOU to stop getting in your own head and procrastinating.
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The truth is you're never going to feel "ready" for that first developer role…
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But you have to go out and apply anyways.
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Applying for jobs doesn't mean you're finished learning and have to fully commit to the job hunt either…
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You can apply for a couple months and test the job market…
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And if you land a job, great!
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But if you don't get interviews or you're failing the interviews you're getting…
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That's feedback from the job market that you need to go back to the drawing board…
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and THAT'S OKAY.

Part IV........

@FlutterBegin

#3 - Terrible Job Hunting Strategy
The next thing that self-taught developers get wrong is that they have terrible job hunting strategies…
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When my students are struggling to get hired, this is the first thing I always ask about…
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And 9 times out of 10, their job hunting strategy consists of just:

Spamming easy applies on job platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed
"Networking" on LinkedIn
Now there's nothing wrong with applying to jobs on LinkedIn and Indeed…
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But you need to be doing so much more than that if you want to stand out and get hired…
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Especially in this current job market.
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So if you aren't thinking outside of the box…
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Thinking of different ways to stand out and get your application in front of a real person…
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Chances are you're going to fail…
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Some strategies you can use to stand out as a candidate include:

Tracking all of your applications and following up with the companies after a week
Split-testing different resumes and seeing which perform the best
Reaching out to companies via email/phone call to apply directly rather than through job platforms
Printing out your resume and going in person to local tech companies / networking events to apply for jobs
etc…
The list of things you can do to stand out as an applicant is endless…
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But you just need to spend that extra time brainstorming, thinking of different ideas, figuring this stuff out…
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Because if you don't, someone else will.

@FlutterBegin

Fixing Errors: Steps from My Class Notes

When errors pop up, don’t panic! Here’s a simple approach to tackle them:

1. Understand the Problem
Start by carefully reading the error message and identifying the issue.

2. Relax and Stay Calm
Don’t stress! Take a moment to clear your mind before diving into the fix.

3. Save the Original Code
Always back up your current code before making changes, just in case.

4. Make One Change at a Time
Test each change step by step to see what works and avoid confusion.

5. Use Debugging Tools
Debuggers, logs, or even print statements can help track down the problem.

6. Ask for Help if Needed
If you’re stuck, don’t hesitate to ask your instructor, classmates, or online communities.

✨ These steps make the debugging process smoother and less frustrating!

@FlutterBegin

100 HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Project Ideas to try :

1. Personal Portfolio Website
2. Responsive Blog Template
3. E-Commerce Product Page
4. Weather App with JavaScript APIs
5. To-Do List Application
6. Interactive Quiz App
7. Recipe Finder Application
8. Expense Tracker
9. Online Resume Builder
10. Digital Clock with Themes
11. Music Player with Playlists
12. Movie Search App
13. Notes App with Local Storage
14. Landing Page with Animations
15. Countdown Timer
16. Food Delivery Website Template
17. Currency Converter
18. Simple Chat App Interface
19. Instagram-Like UI Clone
20. News Website with Search Functionality
21. JavaScript Calculator
22. Fitness Tracker Dashboard
23. Color Palette Generator
24. Form with Validation
25. Product Comparison Tool
26. Image Slider/Gallery
27. Meme Generator
28. Infinite Scrolling Website
29. Multi-Step Form with Progress Bar
30. Weather Dashboard
31. FAQ Accordion Component
32. Interactive Maps
33. Stock Price Tracker
34. Animated Landing Page
35. Random Quote Generator
36. Task Manager App
37. Progress Bar Animation
38. Typing Speed Test App
39. Online Survey Form
40. User Authentication UI
41. Real-Time Search Bar
42. Game Scoreboard Interface
43. Virtual Business Card
44. File Upload Previewer
45. Simple Flashcard App
46. Product Wishlist UI
47. Grid Layout Generator
48. Markdown Previewer
49. Digital Whiteboard
50. Collapsible Sidebar Menu
51. Shopping Cart UI
52. Interactive Storybook
53. Animated Photo Gallery
54. Blogging Platform Template
55. Goal Tracker
56. API Documentation Page Design
57. Travel Planner Interface
58. Smart Calendar UI
59. Dynamic Pricing Table
60. File Manager Frontend
61. Online Form with Drag-and-Drop Uploads
62. Voting App Interface
63. Animated Login/Sign-Up Forms
64. Team Collaboration Tool UI
65. Restaurant Menu Viewer
66. Weather-Based Styling App
67. Interactive Game Leaderboard
68. Customizable Avatar Maker
69. Product Landing Page with Animations
70. Expense Split Calculator
71. Cooking Timer App
72. Real-Time Collaboration Notes
73. Virtual Whiteboard Interface
74. Typing Practice App
75. Product Review System
76. Countdown for Events
77. Social Media Analytics Dashboard
78. Pomodoro Clock
79. Drag-and-Drop Task Manager
80. Minimalist Resume Template
81. QR Code Generator
82. Email Subnoscription Form
83. Multi-Themed Dashboard
84. Interactive Progress Tracker
85. Recipe Sharing Interface
86. Product Showcase Template
87. Online Photography Portfolio
88. User Profile Card with Toggle View
89. Game Interface for Tic Tac Toe
90. Audio Visualizer
91. Interactive Responsive Table
92. Animated Charts and Graphs
93. Online Storefront Template
94. Personal Budget Planner
95. Social Media Profile Viewer
96. Polling and Voting System
97. Flashlight Mode Toggle
98. Smart Image Cropper
99. Simple Online CV Builder
100. Interactive Tutorial Page

40 projects ideas for web developer

Everything is about to change.

How to be replaceable

- Go to school
- Question nothing
- Standardized tests & curriculums

How to be irreplaceable

- Self-educate
- Pursue your interests
- Build meaningful projects
- Acquire specific skills along the way

Networking in professional careers serves as a vital catalyst for growth and success. It opens doors to new opportunities, provides access to invaluable resources, and facilitates the exchange of ideas. By building a strong network, professionals can gain insights into industry trends, find mentors, and uncover job opportunities that may not be publicly advertised.

Networking is not just about what you can get, but also about what you can give; it's a two-way street built on mutual respect and assistance. In an increasingly connected world, the power of networking cannot be overstated—it's often the difference between a good career and a great one.

🚂 Steam Engine: Powered the industrial era.

🌐 Internet: Connected the world.

🤖 Generative AI: Defining the intelligence era.


a new Revolution is coming. BE READY!.