The first part of this series, ADHD and Me, touched on my undiagnosed attention disorder. I don't think I truly understood it during that time period. It has only been the past decade or so that I've begun to come to terms with it. In fact, I'm currently on a waiting list for a formal diagnosis.
I did some light research into ADHD around fifteen years ago but it wasn't until I started taking various computer-related courses that I realised my attention wasn't what it should be. I was competent enough in learning the theory and did well with the practical side but I couldn't seem to retain much. This made overall progression difficult, so I've recently been thinking of ways to refactor how I learn.
With regards to freeCodeCamp, it's probably my third time tackling the curriculum there. The latest version seems to suit me well, however, and I am very pleased with my progress so far this year. It was this attempt to complete the certifications that lead me to the DEV Community in the first place, as a way of staying open about my learning through writing about my progress.
In that regard, being here was very much my first step at refactoring. Now I have to think about other ways to improve things, mainly through retention of information, which has lead me to think about solutions like mind mapping.
The Zettelkasten method is a knowledge management system that helps organise ideas effectively. I believe this system would work well for myself, so I have been looking at applications such a Logseq and Zettlr as a result. I am currently using a Wiki-style solution in Zim, however.
So, at the moment, I'm very much relying on my account here to help while I learn via freeCodeCamp. When I move onto Python however, I want to be using one of the aforementioned mind mapping programs.
I have alot of love for Python, ever since undertaking various online courses around lockdown. I think in regards to game development, Godot Engine appeals to me so much because GDScript is similar to Python. Still, getting into game development now would be a case of putting the cart-before-the-horse. There are many things I want to do with Python first.
In any case, I hope to continue talking about my journey with members of the DEV Community. I'd be interested to hear about any techniques others might be using to help with their own learning, so do feel free to share.
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