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How To Code Well


Feb 14, 2020

Here are 19 ways to save time while learning to code. This is a list for both junior and senior web developers looking to improve their programming skills quickly and efficiently.

The quick run down

1 Know where the resources are

2 Know who to ask

3 Know how to ask a question

4 Know where the errors are reported

5 Set up your working environment correctly

6 Ask for help

7 Have a plan and stick to it

8 Don't over architect the solution

9 Don't over complicate the problem

10 Don't over abstract OOP

11 Keep backups

12 Learn how to use source control

13 Don't learn frameworks without learning HTML, JavaScript and CSS first

14 Don't cram study time

15 Don't put too much faith in online influencers just because they have a big audience

16 Distance yourself from online drama

17 Don't code when you're tired

18 Don't code when you're emotional

19 .....

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