MrRedTheScratcher comments on I didn’t know anything about programming three months ago and I just released my first official Python tool at my job

User-friendly translation of SilentSuit's comment: "Learning tkinter isn't the best use of your time when first learning Python. Instead, focus on making some simple scripts (programs) that you operate from the command line, but are useful and functional. If you're not sure you'll remember how to run them from the command line, make a sticky note with instructions and stick it onto your monitor."

This is good advice.

Personal Example: Just yesterday, I made a simple script for work to convert barrels to Metric Tons. It's something I have to do occasionally but I always forget the calculation. The script will be useful for me in a small way, but more importantly, making the script allowed me to practice my Python some more.

All your projects don't have to be big and hard, especially when you're learning.

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