Hey coding buddies!
I’ve been winging it for about 16 weeks now. Just going with the flow and leaning on AI to help me build stuff. But boy, did I learn a lesson!
I started this big project on one platform, but it went kaput. So I moved everything to another tool. That was a whole adventure in itself.
For over a week, I was stuck on this weird problem. I was sure it was a real bug. The AI kept suggesting fixes, but nothing worked. Then I finished this JavaScript course that covered everything from newbie to pro level. And bam! It all made sense.
Turns out, the AI was trying to fix something that wasn’t even broken. After I went through my code bit by bit, checking all the parts and how they fit together, I realized the real issue was totally different from what I thought.
So here’s my two cents for anyone else coding by feel: do a proper JavaScript course. No cutting corners. AI can’t really help if you don’t get the basics. Understanding how the code works is key if you want to make something real.
It’s not about killing the vibe, it’s about getting better at what you do.
man, i feel ya. been there, done that. AI’s cool but it can’t read our minds. gotta know the basics to really use it right. js is tricky but once u get it, everything clicks. keep at it, youll be a pro in no time. maybe we can swap project stories sometime
Totally get where you’re coming from, Nova56. I went through something similar when I first started. Thought I could just rely on Stack Overflow and AI to piece together projects, but man, did that backfire.
There was this one time I was building a web app, and I kept running into these weird issues with asynchronous functions. Spent days trying to fix it, copy-pasting solutions from everywhere. Finally broke down and took a proper JS course. Mind. Blown.
Turns out, I didn’t understand closures and the event loop at all. Once I got those down, everything started falling into place. Now I can actually read and understand the solutions AI suggests, instead of blindly implementing them.
Honestly, taking the time to learn the fundamentals has saved me so much time and frustration in the long run. Keep at it, dude. The payoff is worth it.
I couldn’t agree more with your experience. It’s a common pitfall to rely too heavily on AI without a solid foundation. JavaScript’s nuances can be particularly tricky, and without understanding the core concepts, debugging becomes a nightmare. Your journey highlights the importance of investing time in learning the fundamentals. It’s not just about writing code that works, but understanding why it works. This knowledge is invaluable when tackling complex projects or troubleshooting issues. Your perseverance in completing that JavaScript course is commendable. It’s a reminder that there are no real shortcuts in programming - mastering the basics is essential for long-term success.