How to think like a programmer
Read OriginalThis article addresses the common feeling of freezing when faced with a blank coding file. It argues that thinking like a programmer is about logical problem-solving, not initially about code structure. It provides a four-step method: break down the problem, find solutions for small parts, assemble them, and then refactor. It also encourages viewing error messages as helpful guides rather than obstacles.
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