Elevate Your Dev Game: Mastering Skills that Separate Pros from Newbies
Hello and welcome to DevScribe, hosted by Aditya. In the world of development, everyone aspires to be a developer, but what sets apart proficient developers from novices are certain key skills and habits. Today, we will delve into these essential practices that can make all the difference.
Ref from The book Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuc*k.
Topics Covered -
Action-Oriented Living
Learning as a Lifestyle
Breaking the Consumption Cycle
EXTRA -
- Mastering Your Minutes
1) Action-Oriented living
This is a, Do something principle "If you're stuck on a problem, don't sit there and think about it; just start working on it. Even if you don't know what you're doing, the simple act of working on it will eventually cause the right ideas to show up in your head".
Don't just sit there. Do something.
The answers will follow
Action isn't just the effect of motivation; it's also the cause of it. Like when you solve some small problems your mind gets a feeling of winning and that is why actions are the cause of motivation as well
If you feel stuck- Reach out
Find people who can help you out
Refer Docs
Watch Learn Improve
2) Learning as a Lifestyle
The Path of Lifelong Learning
As a developer, you can't just learn one tech stack and say, 'I'm set for life.' That's not possible because if someone with more skills comes along, they can easily replace you. So, you have to be a lifelong learner and follow trends.
Growing Proficiency with Experience
With each step you take on your journey, you not only accumulate knowledge but also enhance your proficiency. Experience brings a deeper understanding, allowing you to tackle more complex ideas and adapt to emerging technologies more effectively. Embracing this growth is essential in the dynamic world of development.
3) Breaking the Consumption Cycle
Navigating the Path to Proficiency
As you begin your programming journey, consider watching lectures like 'Which programming language should you learn?' and 'How to be an efficient programmer?'
Getting Stuck in Tutorial Limbo
Many people find themselves stuck in a loop of just watching tutorial videos. Why does this happen? It's because consuming content is easy while taking action is hard.
To break free from this cycle, you need to
transition from passive learning to active engagement. Start by watching project videos related to the programming language you're learning. But don't stop there. It's crucial to spend plenty of time comprehending the code you've written. Refer to resources as needed. Your primary goal should be to fully understand your code. After that, it's time to refine your concepts.
After watching lectures, make an effort to build projects. This phase can be challenging, and there may be moments when you feel like giving up. But if you push through, you'll set yourself on the path to success in the programming world.
Welcome to the world of programming! Say goodbye to tutorial hell and start building.
Extra -
A)Mastering Your Minutes: Effective Time Management
Time management is both challenging and achievable. As humans, we have a natural desire to explore new things, invest time in relationships, excel at work, and nurture ourselves. However, these aspirations often collide with the thought, "I don't have enough time for that." Let's explore how we can strike a balance.
B) Prioritize Your Daily Tasks
Start by prioritizing your daily tasks. Divide them into categories such as "Most Important" and "Least Important." This categorization allows you to allocate more time to the tasks that hold greater significance in your life. Choose wisely, and you'll find that mastering your minutes becomes a tangible goal.
As Warren Buffet Says-
List Your 25 Goals/Tasks:
Take a pen and paper or use a digital note-taking tool to jot down 25 tasks or goals that are on your mind. These could be personal or professional objectives.
Circle the Top 5 Priorities:
Review your list and carefully select the five tasks that are the most important or have the highest impact on your overall goals and well-being. These are your top priorities.
Focus on the Chosen 5:
Concentrate your efforts and energy on these five circled tasks. Prioritize them above all others and work on them diligently until they are completed or significantly advanced.
C) Organize Your Workspace:
Keep your workspace neat and organized to reduce distractions and enhance focus.
D) Plan with To-Do Lists:
Make a to-do list the night before to plan your tasks and priorities, ensuring a productive start to your day.
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