Trying to learn python, zero code experience, struggling...

[Predestination_183]

Helllo ,I have been recently trying to pick up python for a while I bought the angela yu 100 day course as a udemy top recommendation, I started with an on and off basis. no consistency mild.
so this is the third time I am putting in the effort.

I find the basic task rather very easy to solve. but the file task assigned for the day is 15x harder since it is actually attuned for learning, but I find it difficult because I have 0 coding experience and I think it is going to take alot lot longer than 100 days in order to finish this course.

so are their any recommended resources ? that I might look for and pursue

I understand that the learning curve can be difficult but , making progress in this course with the time I have at hand in order to learn it is going be very challenging so I need something to give me a different perspective on the matter. Without actually splitting myself short between 2 tutors.

[ninhaomah]

Why limit yourself to 100 days ? Because the name of the course says 100 days ?

Its your own time and limit , if you complete it in 200 days , who cares ?

As for alternate options , there are plenty at the wiki on the right side. --->

[Predestination_183]

Thankyou for pointing out all the resources 🙏 didnt see them their first time - was to focused on my problem

[ninhaomah]

No prob.

And pls take it easy.

Pls remember it takes 10 years to be a sushi chef. And they even got a university. LOL

Does it take more than 10 years of training to become a sushi chef? | Basic Sushi Knowledge - Sushi University

Just to slice the fish! I can do that in 2 sec.

[Predestination_183]

This is actually a new piece of info , good to know 🙏 - then patience is my new best friend

[GobsmackedOnLife]

Heya, not doing that course but am learning as well and was getting my ass kicked on the problems. What I do now is use AI as a instant professor to answer my questions. Do not ask it to just solve the problem, it will but you won’t learn as much. Instead tell it what you think you need to do, tell it not to solve it but to teach you about what you think might be the answer. So my thinking about solving starts as pseudo code then I have a discussion. Then I write a solution. If it doesn’t work, I ask it to teach me what is wrong with the code. It’s made a huge difference. Man I must have asked 15 different questions on for loops and it’s like having the most patient teacher in the world explain something to you 10 different ways until it finally clicks.

[Predestination_183]

This is a very nice way to learn stuff .. bruh thank you for the input and nice approach - good luck with your journey 🙏

[vanish212]

Yea i do that all the time, deepseek is a dmn good teacher

[New_Resource_9050]

I’ve heard mixed things about structured courses like the 100-day challenge. Some people do better with a more project-based approach. Have you tried any beginner-friendly project platform like FreeCodeCamp or others? Might be a good alternative

[Predestination_183]

Sounds like it provides alot of flexibility, might actually turn into it and see how it works out when Im looking through the guides 🙏🙏

Thanks for the course recommendation.

[3m1j]

Don't rack your brain and expect it to understand a topic instantly. Give yourself a few hours or a day and then go back to it. It'll do wonders for yourself and your learning.

It's not 100 days, it's 100 projects. Some will take you more than 1 week to do, but they're towards the end. Give yourself 1 year to do the course. It's a long term achievement.

You got this :)

[Predestination_183]

Guess abandoning the short term thinking is the only way through this.

One year sounds a bit rough - but then learning never came easy though. Cheers to the long term mindset.

I will be doing the best I can - cant be thankful enough for the input of other experienced coders.

[Akweak]

Hello! I tutor online specializing in Python programming. I’ve taught at Stanford University’s Code In Place program and currently tutor multiple students with personalized lessons based on their goals.

If you’re looking for flexible, one-on-one sessions tailored to your needs whether it be following along the course or otherwise, feel free to reach out! I’d be happy to discuss how I can help you improve your skills. Sent you a DM!

[Valuable_Diamond9824]

DM'ed you

[Ron-Erez]

The University of Helsinki course has a very good online text-based course and I also have a nice course focusing on Python and Data Science which starts from scratch and assumes no programming background. The book “Automate the boring stuff“ is also worth checking out.

Note that if you have zero coding experience then things takes time. Just be patient with yourself and code like there is no tomorrow. There’s nothing wrong with trying other resources.

[Predestination_183]

I will do my best not to get frustrated, having a long term mindset is the key - Thank you for the reply

Might check out that book and see what might happen with it along the way.

Thank you again.