Growing as Makers

Programming, like language acquisition, takes time and effort. You can learn better by looking at context, setting goals, and working with a team.

It’s the small victories along the way that give us the energy to reach the final goal. They give us renewed motivation, especially during setbacks.

There is a lot to be gained from telling people that you care, and little to be lost. So I’ve been testing a new guideline: Don’t hold back the good things.

Knowing which languages to learn is a version of the Multi-Armed Bandit Problem. The answer is an ongoing cycle of exploration and exploitation.

It takes bravery to admit to a peer that you don't know something—especially in a way that works toward alignment rather than competition.