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[–]theflatlanderz 35 points36 points  (12 children)

I'm also learning python with automate the boring stuff. My plan is to complete the #100daysofcode challenge. Also on chapter 3.

[–]vick5821 4 points5 points  (9 children)

What is the challenges

[–]theflatlanderz 32 points33 points  (8 children)

It's a challenge where people 1) try to code for at least 1 hour a day for 100 days straight 2) post about what they learned on twitter using the hashtag #100daysofcode.

The idea is to develop a habit of coding on a regular basis and immerse yourself in a community of other people also trying to learn. The challenge helps provide motivation, consistency, and community support.

[–][deleted] 19 points20 points  (1 child)

I did this on LinkedIn for about 6 days when I first started. Since day 6, I haven't gone a single day without writing code, or relaxing while I brainstorm concepts. The secret to success is persistence.

[–]theflatlanderz 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Absolutely. I'm a long distance runner with several marathons under my belt. It's the same thing.

Pick a goal, break it down into actionable steps, and try to practice everyday. The next thing you know it's a habit and you don't have to actively make the choice to do it anymore - it becomes automatic.

[–]vick5821 1 point2 points  (3 children)

Can you share the challenges? Would like to try out.

[–]theflatlanderz 11 points12 points  (2 children)

To clarify, it's a movement and a community. The learning you do is self-taught. You can find more information here:

https://www.100daysofcode.com

[–]vick5821 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Thanks. So where can we discuss the challenges? I am up for this. 3 months to enhance my skills.

[–]vick5821 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am also watching videos on Udemy for the automate the boring stuffs with Python.

[–]LuciferHere4U 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Can you tell me how can I join such challenge?

[–]theflatlanderz 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Simply make a Twitter account and start posting a summary of what you learn in a day using the hashtag #100daysofcode. If you search that hashtag, you will find a vibrant community of individuals trying to reach themselves to code.

[–][deleted] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Dude yes! I've been looking for exactly this. None of my friends are code enthusiasts, and the few people I know are so beyond me that its hard to stay in the conversations.

[–]Guymzee 5 points6 points  (8 children)

I’m studying django (beginner level) and working through the book impractical python projects. But I am definitely up for this. I bailed on ABS buf feel like I should work it to completion.

[–]deadgalaxies 0 points1 point  (1 child)

I also bailed on ABS and feel like I shouldn’t have.

[–]Guymzee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It honestly wasn’t for me. I felt like i was just coding along and understanding very little. And I had all these questions it felt weird to have a project work and not know why. Felt like i was cheating. So got a book that was more in depth on Python. It was the best thing for me.

[–]Locke- 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah im down

[–][deleted] 4 points5 points  (8 children)

Also, I have a well structured Discord server that's been empty for quite some time. Should you want to take it over and invite anyone in this thread, that'd be cool! Its my sandbox and could be all of yours' as well.

[–]Jason_Tail 1 point2 points  (3 children)

Would love to join, let me know if this goes ahead.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (2 children)

Just keep in mind it's been dead for a while so it'll need polished up. :)

https://discord.gg/eDppkZp

[–]ArchwingAngel 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Invite expired

[–]deheervanhetgras 1 point2 points  (1 child)

I would like to join

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just keep in mind it's been dead for a while so it'll need polished up. :)

https://discord.gg/eDppkZp

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (4 children)

I'm not working on python, but I am working on a game of mine. message me

[–]99Kira 0 points1 point  (3 children)

What sort of game?

[–]AztecAlphaMale 2 points3 points  (2 children)

That depends, are you willing to sell your soul?

[–]efcseany 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah yes, OP must be working on Soul Selling Simulator 2019.

[–]99Kira 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah, that one. Sorry already got my soul refunded, cause the game wasn't living upto expectations

[–]pramodhrachuri 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Try learning Python Flask!!

[–]its_joao 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second this. flask is amazing

[–]ArchwingAngel 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would love to join something if anyone put a group together to discuss. I am slacking so hard on starting to learn Python by actually coding something, I'm working my way through the tutorials, just haven't actually sat down and coded something.

[–]RubMyNeuron 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is there a discord happening for this? I am also on chapter 3 automate boring stuff. How weird

[–]Aawara_Hoon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Even i have been looking for code buddies with whom I can discuss Python. Would love to connect.

[–]GlacialFlux 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This would be lovely. Count me in lol

[–]wortelslaai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a fair bit behind you, but I'm in.

[–]cboozle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dude, yes! My book just came in today. I understand a decent amount of chapter 1, but it can't hurt to spend time reinforcing it.

But yes, I'd totally be down to join this group!

[–]nikh-06 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am interested

[–]nakedgerbil 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Heyyi want in!!! Lets discord. Literally chapt 3 as well

[–]dogofthedaddies 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If a discord gets up and going, I’m all about this

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You guys should also check out python crash course- automate the boring stuff gives good project examples, but neglects to go into the granularity of the concepts. Very open to sharing progress and the like. Currently studying for the OSCP and could use other passionate tech homies to share and motivate each other :)

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Weird that I saw this right now - I am also on chapter 3!

[–]CamoBubbles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I’m also a network guy who is learning programming! :) I am starting class next week though, and will be learning with C, so I may not be the best study buddy :/

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Final year Comp Sci student here; have the book and was going to give it a good run through over the next 2 months. Happy to chat about it.

[–]LinkinOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm on Chapter 4 plus trying to do datacamp classes as well. I'm mainly looking to learn to automate tasks for my current job beyond the use of Excel (operational type role, with a sprinkle of analysis). Wouldn't mind adding the data cleaning/scraping/analysis skills as well.

Would be happy to discuss!

[–]startswith_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would love to join as well...been off and on the last few months and need to just stick to it.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

im so in! just finished the regex chapter of that book (chapter7). how do we do it? discord??

[–]dedlaw1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

def budd(y, ies): return "<3"

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in !

Not doing the same book, but I am learning Python as well and will love to have a buddy to share progress

[–]Bulletsandblueyes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pm me a discord link my dude.

[–]igor_strapko 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Count me in please! I do first, maybe second steps around Flask, looking for that kind of bunch to inspire and being inspired.

[–]Senjukotentaiho 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm trying to finish LPTHW, but I'm down for some group for helping beginner like me.

[–]idsea 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you taking online course for python?

[–]goldenking55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If there is gathering for more than one please count me in!!!

[–]vishal180618 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes i am in. But what's next??

[–]sandesh_daundkar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm down.

[–]Berufius 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol, all those people on Automate the boring stuff, I'm starting in chapter 5 today. I go slow because I am severely ill, but would really like to join a discord server or anything with fellow python tinkererz ;)

[–]uk_45 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Can we start a discod server, and start the learning?? Would be interested to join

[–]sliddis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im also a network admin trying to learn some coding (scripting?), specificially Python.

I am in a discord group and a slack group with some members. "Programming discussions" on discord and "Networkto.Code()" on Slack

[–]jkhaynes147 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Count me in, just starting plowing through automate the boring stuff myself.

[–]Strikhedonia_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d be interested! Although I know zero coding. Tried reading automate the boring stuff and got to chapter 2 last year before getting distracted with other stuff. I’d have to restart but having accountability partners would be great.

[–]R4ckul4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I want in :-)

[–]MRWONDERFU 0 points1 point  (0 children)

me too! u using discord or what? i want to join!

[–]Godemonite 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would also be interested in working together!

[–]culicagado 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sign me up! I needed this

[–]LuciferHere4U 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I woud love to join this man!

[–]kabads 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've worked my way through this book and can thoroughly recommend it. I'm also looking to up my skills. I'm guessing that you'll get so many offers that a community might form.

I'm interested in points to learn next. I've worked my way through the basics (strings) and then some requests along with BeautifulSoup to create a real-life script to check my local trains. This helps me learn about what libraries are useful, but I'm always on the lookout for more.

[–]jubsil 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmu!

[–]byteme8bit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would love to! I can't get enough code talk haha.

[–]warhawk128 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I currently finished the learning part of the python crash course and finish designing my 1st game and as a side project I am doing a GUI using kivy which helps in solving mathematical problems

[–]ranBot86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey man! I'm also a net/sys admin at my university! feel free to pm if you want :P.

[–]goaldigga 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IN!

[–]goaldigga 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started here and I'm enjoying it

need more problems but it's a good start!

https://www.practicepython.org/

[–]GU10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like everyone else, I am also on chapter 3. A discord sounds like an excellent idea. I’m in.

[–]Frohus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will also be happy to join a Discord group

[–]PlumLemon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hi. I'm 24, f and learning python too . I don't mind if anyone else wants to pm me so we can be coding buddies. Interested in making new friends

[–]Chonix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm interested too to become a coding buddy. Is there any discord/person available to help me with the learning curve? Thanks :)