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[SpingYan]

Last year, due to work requirements, I revisited C programming development. As an engineer entering middle age, I refuse to give up my passion for coding. I hope to continuously improve my skills, maintain a learning mindset, and never give up!

[Ravin Rau]

That is the sprite of a true software engineer. Never stop learning and keep improving your skills. This reminds me of henry ford's quote.

Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young.

Stay young and keep learning. All the best Spring Yan.

[SpingYan]

Thank you very much, bro.

[Ehilato Iyobosa God-desire]

Thanks alot

[Justen Manni]

@spingyan It’s never too late to learn, and your persistence is a reminder that age is no barrier to pursuing what you love. Keep going strong—you’ve got this!

[Mido]

That’s inspiring!

[Mohammad Albuainain]

Good job! keep it up

[Campbell Jn Baptiste]

I am currently learning web dev.
But my focus is javascript (I am a beginner).
Can someone help me ?

[Akash Kumar]

Hi Campbell, apart from learning the fundamentals of JS, it is more important to practice at the same time.
Visit Exercism.org if you want to get really good at programming.
Happy Coding!

[Sawaira Iqbal]

Hi, broh i learned mern stack but i am frustrating to amke real time projects from where i take help please suggest any source which provide praticall projects with explianation?

[Akash Kumar]

Hi Sawaira, it's best to start with some Youtube tutorials, however for complete source code, checkout this link. Hope this helps.
geeksforgeeks.org/mern-stack-proje...

Happy Learning!

[Campbell Jn Baptiste]

Please!

[Tinotenda Mhedziso]

Hey there Campbell,
Welcome to the dev.to community
Sure, as someone who has also started learning JavaScript recently, I would love to help you.
What do you need help with?

1. Understanding the fundamentals [ Variables, functions, Arrays etc ]
2. Getting some beginner projects done [ Todo App (Classic), Portfolio, Calculator etc ]
3. Where to learn JS:

• FreeCodeCamp
• W3School
• JavaScript.info

If you are more of a visual learner I highly recommend Bro Code on YouTube.
I am no expert but I am also willing to collaborate on mini projects with/ teach you (Practice and experience are key teachers in learning code). Please feel free to ask any questions or reach out to me personally if needed 👌😌

[Campbell Jn Baptiste]

Thank you very much, appreciate your help.
I will reach out to you whenever needed.

[Campbell Jn Baptiste]

Can you also provide some tips to learn programming.
How do you learn on those websites?

[Tinotenda Mhedziso]

One common trap us beginners often fall into is underestimating the learning process. Whether you're diving into the basics or tackling more complex concepts, keep these tips in mind:

- Don’t Overlook the Essentials

Focus on what you should know. Skipping over fundamental concepts can cause gaps in your understanding later on.

- Avoid Skimming

Learning isn’t just about exposure—it's about understanding. If you’re simply browsing through content, you might feel like you "get it," but deep comprehension takes time. Go at your own pace.

- Bridge Theory and Practice

Understanding concepts theoretically is great, but true mastery comes from practical application. Put what you’ve learned into action—practice what you preach (literally lol).

- Master the Basics First (Yes I am Emphasizing the basics a lot :)...)

It’s easy to get excited about advanced topics because they seem more impressive or project-worthy. Resist the urge to skip ahead. A solid foundation in the basics is essential for long-term success.

- Quality Over Quantity

You don’t need 15 projects using every JavaScript library in existence. Focus on building a few solid projects using the most widely-used libraries and frameworks.

- Research In-Demand Skills

Investigate the tech stacks popular in your region or desired industry. Alternatively, if you’re aiming for a specific company, check which niche technologies they use and tailor your learning accordingly.

- Stay Passionate Through Challenges

Programming is a mix of joy and frustration. Some days you’ll have a lot of fun (trust me), and other days.... you’ll be digging through outdated documentation or chasing down elusive answers on Stack Overflow because someone found the fix to your specific error but never posted it (`love when this happens_😂). Remember:

Passion over pain

(Literally my digital name hehe). It’s your journey, and only you have the power to navigate it.

Final Note: You’ve got this! Keep moving forward and never let temporary setbacks define your learning process. 🔥

Good luck, @campbell_jnbaptiste_5e47! 👌😌

[Campbell Jn Baptiste]

Thank you!!!
I actually just make two projects
A todo-list and a kind of market where you can put item to your cart, the cart will update each time a product is added and give you the total amount but still it's not good yet cause I want to make the program able to recognize when the same product is added over and over.
For the todo-list I just want to make the change permanent where I can close the page but once I reload it to find my previous work.

[Campbell Jn Baptiste]

Thank you very much.
I actually made two projects
-todo-list app but I didn't find out a way to store my task so even though I close the page but my task will stay still whenever I return to the page. Like a localstorage

-market where you add product to your cart they will be updated each time you put a new one in it and give you the total amount for them. I want to improve it by making it smart enough to recognize a product that has already been added.

[Tinotenda Mhedziso]

Okay so from my perspective here is how I would approach those two dilemmas:

• Market Web App: Keeps track of items and quantities in a cart using an array of objects and updates dynamically.

• Todo List: Uses localStorage for persistence, ensuring your tasks are saved across sessions.

Try Problem One Yourself First, Then Here Is a Possible Solution:

// Initial items in the store
let items = [
  { Name: "Bread", Price: 2, Quantity: 0 },
  { Name: "Butter", Price: 3, Quantity: 0 },
  { Name: "Milk", Price: 1.5, Quantity: 0 }
];

// Shopping cart starts empty
let shoppingBag = [];

// Function to add items to the shopping bag
function addToBag(itemName, qty) {
  // Find the item in the store
  let item = items.find(i => i.Name === itemName);

  if (!item) {
    console.log("Item not found!");
    return;
  }

  // Check if the item is already in the shopping bag
  let cartItem = shoppingBag.find(i => i.Name === itemName);

  if (cartItem) {
    // If the item exists, update the quantity
    cartItem.Quantity += qty;
  } else {
    // If it's a new item, add it to the cart with the given quantity
    shoppingBag.push({ ...item, Quantity: qty });
  }

  // Print the updated shopping bag
  console.log("Shopping Bag Updated:", shoppingBag);
}

// Example Usage
addToBag("Bread", 2); // Adds 2 Bread
addToBag("Milk", 1);  // Adds 1 Milk
addToBag("Bread", 1); // Updates Bread to 3 in the cart

Try Problem Two Yourself First, Then Here Is a Possible Solution:

// Get saved todos from localStorage or initialize an empty array
let todos = JSON.parse(localStorage.getItem("todos")) || [];

// Function to add a todo
function addTodo(task) {
  todos.push({ task: task, completed: false });
  saveTodos();
  console.log("Todo Added:", task);
}

// Function to toggle task completion
function toggleTodo(index) {
  if (todos[index]) {
    todos[index].completed = !todos[index].completed;
    saveTodos();
    console.log(`Todo ${index} marked as ${todos[index].completed ? "completed" : "incomplete"}`);
  }
}

// Function to save todos to localStorage
function saveTodos() {
  localStorage.setItem("todos", JSON.stringify(todos));
}

// Function to display todos
function displayTodos() {
  console.log("Current Todos:");
  todos.forEach((todo, index) => {
    console.log(`${index + 1}. ${todo.task} [${todo.completed ? "Completed" : "Incomplete"}]`);
  });
}

// Example Usage
addTodo("Learn JavaScript"); // Adds a new task
addTodo("Build a todo app"); // Adds another task
toggleTodo(0);               // Marks the first task as completed
displayTodos();              // Displays all tasks

That was a lot... If needed you can reach out to me on GitHub so I can review things in the future, collab or add issues instead of answering here in the dev.to welcoming thread , plus PRs will make merging easier than copying and pasting, you know version control and all.

[Shivani Daksh]

I am a beginner in js too ,

[Elder Urzola]

Good luck!

[Divyansh Agarwal]

Once you master web dev, you can choose a good website builder to build website at scale if you want to do freelancing or create your own agency.

[Jess Lee]

Welcome to DEV everyone!

[Hookedup Joe]

I have been doing application development since the 1900s, since before windows was in use. Developed stuff in all types of systems backend and client side. Been developing in JavaScript since its inception, including jQuery, ExtJS, Dojo, Angular and React. Also develop LED controllers using micro controllers with a Java maker app and mobile apps for control in both app stores. Here to find developers to discuss developer level stuff with :) *Howdy! *

[Ravin Rau]

Oh wow an OG. Hi @hookedupinc, really nice to have someone with decade of experience joining dev.to. Looking forward to heard/read from your articles about your learning. Really interested on your thoughts on the transition that you have been through, the dot com era, the mobile revolution, cloud and now the AI advancement.

[Abhay Singh Kathayat]

Hello everyone! I'm here to guide and assist you on your learning journey. I love helping people explore new skills, solve problems, and achieve their goals. A fun fact about me: I can answer almost any question, so feel free to challenge me! Looking forward to learning and growing together with you all! 😊

[Kundrapu harika]

Seeking Collaborators for Healthcare Tech to Track Expiry Dates on Medicine Strips
Many people buy medicine strips but don’t use the whole strip. As a result, they leave unused pills that may expire, leading to wastage. Additionally, without a visible expiry date on the partially used strips, people often become doubtful about using them after a long period.

Details:
This causes confusion and prevents people from using the medicine, resulting in unnecessary wastage. The absence of a clear expiry date on the remaining pills can lead to financial loss and health risks.

I’m thinking of developing a mobile app that helps users track medicine usage and expiry dates. By scanning the barcode on the medicine strip, the app will notify users when the medicine is about to expire or if it's still safe to use. This will help reduce waste and improve medication safety.

I have zero idea on how to do but I just want to find like-minded people who can help me in my learning journey

[KentaroMorishita]

Hi everyone! 👋

I've been working as an engineer in Japan for about 13 years. My favorites are TypeScript and React. Recently, I created an interesting npm library called F-Box. It makes coding not just easier, but also more enjoyable. Especially if you're into TypeScript and React. Check out my post for more details

React State Management Made Easy! A Complete Guide to the Basics of F-Box

Hope to connect with fellow devs here!

[Oleg Dubovoi]

Hey! Let's connect on each other on GitHub!

[limuss]

A 20 year old , wasted my 2 years in college; this edu. System sucks . Now on a journey of self development. Coding is fun especially java development. Am trying on some other techs also . Let’s connect guys and

[Tinotenda Mhedziso]

From a junior dev, who also feels like college qualifications don't really equip you with essential skills to become an Actual developer these days ( I haven't worked in industry but have experienced enough school to the extent that I know what I know and it's not enough, sure it's a base to build on but these days the requirements are extremely high. Even for entry level), to another: I am also building myself outside of academics and would enjoy walking this road with you @limuss , welcome to the dev.to fam. 👌✔

[limuss]

Yup, college academics is all about attendance ( which eventually is a waste of time ) , attending boring lectures of professors on outdated topics/ subjects. It is great to hear that you are equipping yourself with skills outside the academics . Believe me there is a lot of f**king gap between what is taught in college (also the way they teach) and the industrial knowledge.

Yup it will be a great journey ; am damn sure about it .. thanks a lot .

[Tinotenda Mhedziso]

That's why it's great to see other juniors join communities. You spend most of your time sheltered in college thinking that paying so much in tuition will get you a high paying job rather than going out off your way to do more. Companies should be willing to invest in people who invest in themselves and as the current costs of college rise, the value of a qualification should too from a financial perspective. The fact that you are paying so much, that should be a testament to your eagerness to learn or at least a basis of it but no. You need more. At the end of the day it's what we seek not what is given, sounds greedy but people need to make ends meet. Also do you have a GitHub @limuss ? I would love to review your work or get feedback on some of my projects sometime. While I am not knowledgeable in Java I do know quite a bit about JavaScript and C#.

[marcotc]

Hello folks,

My name is Marco, like you I'm also a software developer, my main focus has been Android Development for the past five years, along with some Backend and Frontend development. I worked with Embedded systems before that, but currently I'm an AI and Data Science enthusiast, despite the apocaliptic nature of some of my articles. Currently looking for a project to be part of, or a new opportunity I can contribute to.

[Oleg Dubovoi]

Hey Marco! Let's connect on each other on GitHub!

[marcotc]

Yes, thank you. Here's my account: github.com/MarcoTTC

[Max]

Hey folks,
I'm a senior Java dev, lastly working on projects in Cloud environments such as GCP and AWS. Worked in Data Security and FinTech fields. Looking forward to find here inspiration for new ideas and learning new things.
Y'all have a great day!

[Femi Oladokun]

Hello can we chat please

[Tinotenda Mhedziso]

Hello Femi
Welcome to the dev community🙌
Sure, always open for a good discussion, what would you like to talk about ?

[Francis Avinash]

Hello everyone,
I am deeply passionate about solving problems in the digital world and enjoy exploring both new and traditional approaches to problem-solving. Currently, I am focused on learning Python as my primary programming language, alongside mastering Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) concepts.

I am excited to discover the knowledge and experiences this community has to offer and look forward to learning and growing together.
I'm thrilled to be a part of this amazing community!

[Oleg Dubovoi]

Hey Francis! Let's connect on each other on GitHub!