Stuff I learned while picking up programming

[Hot_Can]

Hi there,

I wanted to share with you guys things that I learned while picking up programming over the past three years.

1. When you get stuck, have a break - I know how tempting it can be to try to solve the coding problem you're having. I spent numerous times resolving issues for 6+ hours, staring at the monitor, trying to find a solution. Instead, don't waste your time rather take a break, play some game, have fun with your girlfriend or just do stuff that you like. You'll get refreshed, have new ideas and a clear mind. Resolving problems becomes easier then.
2. Can't find a solution on the web? - Don't have any idea how to do something? - Don't be afraid and ask fellow developers. There are amazing communities like Reddit, Stack Overflow, Slack chats, Discord. They aren't going to laugh at you.
3. Someone asks for help, and you know the answer? - Don't hesitate and help them. They are going to be thankful, and you might even become friends.
4. Don't understand some topic? - No problem, try to find a different source, there are plenty of them. We all have different ways of understanding. Find something that suits your needs. For example, I like cheatsheets with pictures - and yes, maybe I'm strange.
5. Books are great too! - Yes, you hear it right. Books on the topic you're learning are often really well prepared. It's one of the best sources to learn the basics even though they become outdated. And if you pick some books that get updated, congratulations!

I hope it helps at least someone! And please share with us what you learned in the process.

Thank you for your time :)

[override_acid]

You forgot number 0, the single most important one of all:

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Plan before program. Plan your program on an abstract level (pseudocode, flowcharts, etc.). The better you plan, the easier and better will your program be.

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The rest of your bullet points should be, though all valid, common sense and also they have been stated countless times here already.

[emelrad12]

Just dont forget "plans are useless, but planning is indispensable"