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In the YouTube video "Why I stopped learning to code", the speaker shares her journey of starting to learn programming during her postgraduate degree, transitioning into the tech industry, and then picking up programming again during the pandemic. While programming was initially challenging, the speaker managed to persevere and make it a lifestyle, although she later found that being a software engineer was not for her. The speaker also advises that programming is not for everyone and suggests exploring other options if it is not enjoyable. She encourages learners to avoid comparing their progress with others and focus on finding the right resources and learning path that suits them.
In this section of the video, the speaker explains how she started her programming journey during her postgraduate degree in computing, as she decided to switch from business to tech. However, being from a non-technical background and having no coding experience, programming was a tough challenge for her. She had to put in a lot of extra work outside her lectures, such as watching YouTube videos, doing research, and reading the documentation to feel like she could pass her master's degree. Despite the initial lack of confidence in her programming abilities, the speaker persevered and devoted herself to coding for a year, which became her lifestyle.
In this section, the speaker explains how she started learning to code and at first wanted to become a software engineer after doing well in exams and coursework. However, after attending career fairs and doing interviews with software engineering companies, she discovered that the role was not for her. She then found a job in the Microsoft grad scheme that aligned more with her passions and lifestyle, which she enjoyed until the pandemic hit. After feeling bored with her job and wanting a change, she decided to pick up programming again and explore new opportunities in the tech industry.
In this section, the speaker discusses how she attempted to get back into programming during the pandemic but ultimately found it frustrating and not enjoyable. Although she had previously learned how to code, she was reminded that programming is not easy and requires a lot of effort. She suggests that programming is a long-term commitment that gets easier over time but requires continuous learning. The speaker advises those who are learning to code to avoid becoming discouraged by comparing themselves to others and to focus on finding the right resources and path for their individual learning style. She reminds her audience that everyone's journey is different and success should not be measured by how fast or how much others are learning.
In this section, the speaker suggests that programming may not be for everyone. Some people are not interested in it and may not enjoy it, even if they think they need to learn it to get into the tech industry. It's important to recognize this and not force yourself to pursue programming if it's not your thing. Instead, you should consider other roles and skills that may be better suited for you. The speaker also offers words of encouragement for those who are finding programming difficult and frustrating, reminding them that they are not alone and that it's okay to take their time in learning.
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