❌ You need to memorize tons of code
✅ Good programmers Google things all the time — understanding logic matters more than memorization
❌ You must start young to be good at programming
✅ People learn to code at any age — consistency and practice matter more than age
❌ Real programmers don’t use help or AI tools
✅ Great developers use every tool available — including ChatGPT, Stack Overflow, and GitHub Copilot
❌ You have to know every programming language
✅ Most programmers specialize in a few languages that suit their projects or job
❌ Programming is a solo activity
✅ Software development is highly collaborative — teamwork, code reviews, and communication are key.
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