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Re:To Learn Programming, Do Projects You Care About by b1c837696ba28b on Tuesday November 15, 2016 @10:42AM (#12958889)
Yes, for decades I have practiced and preached this. Even more motivating: take a job that requires a deliverable in your language of choice. Swim or be eaten by sharks!
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Re:To Learn Programming, Do Projects You Care About by Gruselbauer on Tuesday November 15, 2016 @07:39PM (#12963649)
That's what I am currently going for. Took a job that I cannot afford to lose, doing something most people on here would accomplish in an afternoon tops.

I guess your stance is right. You don't grow unless you're challenged.

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