How I taught myself to code
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Bro, I was coming home from work today on my motorcycle and I thought about searching for a video exactly about this and when I opened KZread the first video that appeared to me was yours, without me even having searched. thanks for this.
@almodovarj2
2 күн бұрын
Glad to hear that my video had an impact! I appreciate you watching.
Break ur goal into parts, choose a few resources ,start diving, practice& practice..
I’m not a coder, but these tips can definitely be applied to learning anything! Nice bookshelf! 📖
@almodovarj2
8 күн бұрын
My #1 fan ❤
This video is definitely a hidden gem in youtube. Keep it up, dude.
@almodovarj2
6 күн бұрын
That means a lot. Genuinely 🙏 Thanks for watching.
Be Blessed for your help and sharing time with the rest of the world. Salutations from France.
Thanks bro, I need this
This video was very helpful. I just started learning to code recently and sometimes it could get frustrating. Thanks 4 this.
@almodovarj2
3 күн бұрын
It can definitely be frustrating, but keep pushing. Once you get to the other side, it’s worth all the effort. 💯
@rubyciide5542
2 күн бұрын
Even more frustrating when its your job to code trust me you don't decide how your code should be
im 21 right now and im tired of being stuck with doing trash jobs. and schools arent accepting me and it costs too much money at this point I wanna forget abt that and learn programming/code.
@almodovarj2
4 күн бұрын
I can definitely relate. I was in a similar situation, but a couple years older so you have a headstart on me! It's not easy to learn to code, but it's definitely possible. If you wanna do it, you can. 💯
@akashchandra2223
3 күн бұрын
@almodovarj2 yes but how do people concentrate so much how do people stay so motivated?
@akashchandra2223
3 күн бұрын
Can I learn this at any age
@Learnmoreyeah
3 күн бұрын
@@akashchandra2223yeah sure 👍
@iCrimzon
3 күн бұрын
Go for it but get ready for a long, hard, nonstop learning, oversaturated and hard to work in field. Good luck
This video is top-notch when it comes to providing self-awareness to "lost in the jungle" developers👌👌. Thanks for sharing, Josh.
@almodovarj2
Күн бұрын
Glad you found it valuable. Thanks for watching!
Love this!! I am currently busy changing the trajectory of my life (ll sounds deep but i am graduating in 6 months and it just dawned on me that i have not learnt to code properly so starting my journey from scratch so i revitalize my coding muscle so i can technically change my life :) )
@almodovarj2
3 күн бұрын
That’s awesome to hear. Congrats on graduating. You’ll definitely learn to code in no time. 💯 Keep up the good work.
Great strategic advice Josh
Great video brother. I’m not a coder but your video was so perfect I could apply everything you said to other areas in my life that I’m seeking to master. Thanks
@almodovarj2
6 күн бұрын
Appreciate you bro. Glad to know the tips are useful across other areas as well. Looking forward to hearing how you apply them. 💯
Very helpful video, When i was doing internship in college, i used to get easily frustraited beacause of diffecult tasks and eventually leaving that internship ( A i thought i'm not good engineer ). But after doing this same thing 3-4 times than i realized that i'm an engineer and engineer's role & responsibility is to solve the problem no matter how tough that is, this took me couple of months to implement and now i don't feel afraid by difficult tasks.
@almodovarj2
3 күн бұрын
Very good point here. It's not just about what we know, solving problems is the number one skill we need as tech workers.
@sdexstarlord
3 күн бұрын
@@almodovarj2 yeah totally!
Congrats on the sub!! Looking forward to your new vids
@almodovarj2
3 күн бұрын
I appreciate it! Definitely looking forward to putting more videos out 💯
damn im really stuck in paralysis analysis, thx for your advices i really need this
@almodovarj2
2 күн бұрын
I totally get it, it’s easy to fall into. Just pick a resource or a project and get to work! The only way to beat it is through action 💯
Well done 👍
Hi! There, loved your post, sharpening the fundamentals of the language that someone is learning is very important, I totally agree with you, especially in this AI environment. I always tried to improve JavaScript fundamentals, as Japanese says ‘Kaizen’ small but continuous improvement. Thanks
@almodovarj2
4 күн бұрын
Thank you! I definitely like the Kaizen concept as well. Books like Atomic Habits have a similar philosophy, and the idea of small habits repeat continuously has always resonated with me.
Great video man!
@almodovarj2
7 күн бұрын
Appreciate you watching! 💯
Nice video man, I don't understand why are subs and views are small, overall nice channel, you just got a new sub :)
@almodovarj2
23 сағат бұрын
I appreciate that!
Thank you
I have the book, Mindset by Carol Dweck. I'm learning coding also
can you create a roadmap for data sciences
@almodovarj2
8 күн бұрын
That's a great idea. I'll work on it!
@swatishukla4286
7 күн бұрын
@@almodovarj2 yes please
Thank you bro
@almodovarj2
8 күн бұрын
Appreciate you watching as always 💯
Keep it up bro
@almodovarj2
7 күн бұрын
Appreciate that. I definitely will. 🙏🏽
great video, bud
@almodovarj2
6 күн бұрын
I appreciate that. Thanks for watching 💯
Thanks so much for this! I’ve followed most of these thus-far, I was just demotivated and stuck when i tried tackling two things at once…for instance learning Networking and Python at the simultaneously. I tend to focus on the easiest when the going gets tough, say I get stuck with consuming Pythonic knowledge. I tend to focus more on Networking since it’s more theory and less practice(basically easier). I know I have to finish covering the basics of Python, I just know basic syntax and understand how the computer interprets lines of code and how we communicate with it using code. I just feel I’m afraid to start learning something new, like for instance Data structures and Algorithms, and being comfortable with loops. How do I stop myself from learning the easiest over the hardest? How did you conquer those types of hurdle If you had any? Please help.
@almodovarj2
23 сағат бұрын
I like the "Eat the frog" method, where you do your hardest work first thing in the morning (or whenever you study) when your willpower is highest. I'd also recommend mixing up hard concepts and easy concepts in your study session. So try doing a pomodoro (25 minutes) of a difficult subject, then take a short break, and practice something a little easier for your next pomodoro.
I just started watching his videos and I'm really impressed! I think it would be awesome if he created community channels where people with similar interests can connect and share ideas. Highly recommend checking out his content!
@almodovarj2
Күн бұрын
I appreciate that! And I appreciate the feedback too. I'm currently working on a discord server and Patreon, so stay tuned for that.
powerful content.. Subscribed , liked and activated notification.
@almodovarj2
3 күн бұрын
I really appreciate that. Glad to have you here.
wow you need way more subs
@almodovarj2
5 күн бұрын
I appreciate that!
I have learn multiple skills with these techniques. Only we need dedicated 20 hrs . And nothing. My 1 hr daily book reading ongoing that give me immense knowledge. Thanks god whatever I have.🙏
thanks for advice , the hard thing when i start something where you don't have any idea, i mean no one try the same things before how you can deal with this?
@almodovarj2
2 күн бұрын
I know what you mean. It's definitely hard to do something when there isn't already a path laid out for you, or examples to follow. My advice is if you really can't find someone who has done what you're attempting to do, then to try to find someone who has done something similar, and relate it to what you're doing. For example, the things I learned on my fitness journey, also helped me in my coding journey. There is crossover in a lot of different areas. And second, if you can find a mentor, that can definitely help. Find someone who is knowledgeable, and who is doing what you aspire to be doing, and ask them for guidance along the way. They can see things you can't, and even if they've never been in your unique situation, they can help you with a lot of obstacles. Hope that helps. Thanks again for watching.
@maloukemallouke9735
2 күн бұрын
@@almodovarj2 perfect
Which courses did you purchase on Udemy? Please share the resources in the description.
I’m transitioning into data analysis I realized I don’t like web development and it’s not trending rn AI can create websites for people.
@almodovarj2
23 сағат бұрын
Congrats on the transition into data!
Mate can we gain certificates for free to share on LinkedIn after we complete a course on codeacademy ? Iam a student thats why
@almodovarj2
Күн бұрын
Yeah for sure. All the major platforms like Codecademy, DataCamp, etc., have certificates of completion that you can earn as you work. They can be great to show your interest in coding/data analysis, but they definitely won't do much in terms of landing a job. For that I'd recommend getting real certifications from companies like Tableau, Snowflake, AWS, etc.
Hi... I currently passed my 12th .. Now I admission in B. Tech CSE .. Give me any useful 💡tips for starting academic study and coding..?
@almodovarj2
7 күн бұрын
Congrats on starting your new program! I'm working on a study tips video that should be out in the next week or two. In the meantime you could check out "Learning How to Learn" on Coursera. It's a great course on studying and better learning methods. Highly recommend.
May I know your age bro? At what age you started learning code and present age?
@almodovarj2
Күн бұрын
I started learning code at 29. Got my first job right before I turned thirty. I’ll be 32 this year.
@bahauddinchishte
Күн бұрын
@@almodovarj2 This inspiring brother, Thanks for the response! ❤🇧🇩
Yes, I hear it all the time: stop watching tutorials and start some projects. That sounds like very good advice but to actually do and complete a project you have to know what the hell you're doing, else you're just wasting your time and spinning your wheels. No one just starts programming without a clue of how the language works and knowledge of the do's and don'ts. Some amount of tutoring is necessary before one can even think about starting a project. I'm not so lucky to have been born one of those who can watch two or videos and then program and build project that worthy of any recognition. The idea that one can teach oneself to code is delusional. You must take instructions from some source or another to know what you're doing and how things should be done.
@almodovarj2
2 күн бұрын
You bring up great points. To clarify, when I say "teach yourself", I'm just referring to learning through self education, as opposed to a formal education in the form of a degree or a "bootcamp". And the advice to build something instead of just watching tutorials can be followed at any point of your journey. Building something doesn't mean a full stack application when you're starting out. It could simply mean writing a few for loops, while loops, etc. Or creating your first Fizz Buzz. Or other very simple projects. They don't have to be worthy of recognition, they just have to help you learn the concepts, and solve problems when you get stuck.
"Pick one and dive in" - take this advice seriously and just commit to one or resource or learning medium at a time and you'll save yourself a lot of wasted time
@brandondavis5296
3 күн бұрын
Also, that focus and goal oriented towards understanding vs "will this look better than that" on a resume etc :)
ai will replace you. Too late for learning code haha
@sinistergeek
4 күн бұрын
push through that...Iterate and improve!!
@pahmancanteat2637
3 күн бұрын
ironically only those who can't code or has no idea about it says that. Calculator is there, why we learn math even then?
@TechTalk870
3 күн бұрын
@@pahmancanteat2637 you are goddamn right I agree with you man, very valid argument.
Yes appreciate but how much are you making now?? From new skill
@almodovarj2
2 күн бұрын
At the warehouse I was making $18/hr. My first analyst job was $25/hr, and my current job is about 70k a year. (All US currency). Not the highest salary, but there are other benefits like getting to work from home, spend more time with family, etc. Hope that helps!
@Dr.shubham_med97
2 күн бұрын
@@almodovarj2 thanks for reaching out and being honest.
do u have a discord? would like to seek advice
@almodovarj2
3 күн бұрын
I don't have a discord but this is a great idea. I'll work on getting one set up. In the meantime you can sign up for my newsletter (link in the video description) and email me there. I'd be glad to offer some advice.