Embarking on the journey to learn coding can be both exciting and challenging. Unfortunately, several misconceptions often deter aspiring programmers from pursuing their goals.
In this episode, I'll debunk six common myths about learning to code and provide valuable insights to help you overcome potential roadblocks.
One prevailing myth is that you need to be a math genius to succeed in coding. However, in reality, coding doesn't require advanced math skills. Most coding tasks involve basic arithmetic, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Problem-solving and logic are far more critical in coding.
Don't let past academic performance dictate your coding journey. Being a poor student in traditional subjects doesn't mean you can't excel in coding.
Coding offers diverse paths, from front-end development to back-end development and more. Find the niche that suits your interests and strengths.
Learning to code is an achievable goal for anyone with the dedication and determination to overcome common misconceptions.
Tune in to this episode to learn of the common misconceptions that often lead people to quit their coding journey and how to overcome them.
Key Takeaways
- Intro (00:00)
- I’m terrible at math (00:28)
- It doesn't click right away (01:46)
- I dont have enough time (03:01)
- I wasn't a good student (04:54)
- Too much stuff to learn (09:10)
- Other people are better than me (12:30)
- Outro (14:57)
Additional resources
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Coders Campus helps people learn how to code and launch their coding careers in just 6 months. On this podcast, we share coding tips and insights for beginners. These will help you overcome early coding challenges and stick with it long enough to see your true potential.
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