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Melchizedek Amos
Melchizedek Amos

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Coding is 10% Writing Code and 90% Error Handling What You Just Forgot.

They don’t tell you this in bootcamp, but coding is basically emotional damage with syntax. 😅
One minute you’re like:
“I’m a genius — I just solved a bug!”
And the next minute you’re like:
“Why is this semicolon ruining my entire life?”
Let’s be real — we’ve all been there.
Coding isn’t just about logic, it’s about emotional resilience.
You’re not just building software — you’re building character. 😂
Here’s the truth nobody says out loud:
Even the best developers Google the same question five times a day.
We all copy-paste from Stack Overflow like it’s a sacred ritual.
We all say “just one last test” 47 times before pushing to production.
But here’s the beauty in it —
Coding teaches you how to keep trying even when nothing works.
It teaches you patience, problem-solving, and humility.
And sometimes… it teaches you new swear words. 💀
So if you’re feeling stuck or frustrated, remember —
every great developer once broke down over a missing bracket.
The difference between junior and senior isn’t how much they know —
it’s how calmly they panic. 😎
💬 What’s your funniest “coding meltdown” moment?
Drop it below — let’s laugh (and cry) together. 👇

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