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Discussion on: Being Distracted

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Mazen Touati • Edited

Distraction, frustration, anxiety, uncertainty, hesitation, confusion, irritation, anger... you will have all of these feeling, you can't escape them. It's a normal state in each developer's life. However, there's a lot of rewarding great feeling when you achieve any little thing. Developing can lead to extreme mental fatigue, some people may give up, you need to set yourself a goal(s) to help you survive those low times.

Web developing ecosystem is evolving each day. Few years ago, it was extremely easier to get along compared to today. The good news is, that you already started. You're in good state compared to people who will decide to join next year. Henry mentioned a great resource to follow, it may be overwhelming at first but remember not all what's mentioned is really needed as a starting point.
By the way if you prefer interactive resource here's a video by Traversy Media that suggests a minimal road-map : Web Development In 2019 - A Practical Guide

Also, Traversy Media has a great playlist about questions each developer may ask check it out : Developer Discussion: Industry, Career & Personal Help. I extremly suggest this playlist

Good luck, and never hesitate to ask questions.

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Meryem Jourhbiri

You made me realise that i'm not the only one who's having theses struggles. as you said, these feelings are normal in each developer's life.
I would lie if i said that i don''t think sometimes of giving up and my mind keeps telling me :"programming is not your thing Meryem". but i just don't give up. i guess because of the fact that i'm having a goal is what makes me want to continue.
The practical guide of Traversy Media is pretty helpful.
Thank you so much Mazen for your words. it meaned a lot. Thank you