Learning as a Dev
Joshua Lin (@konekoya)
Why learning anyway?
I think we already know that... so
Who is currently learning a new tech or language?
And what is that?
What to learn?
- You don't have to keep up with everything because it's impossible to do so
- Pay attention to buzzwords (Grid, Vue.js, RX.js). Use Twitter to stay up to date
- Deciding what not to learn
- Learn things that you're excited about, not because it's HOT 🔥 🔥 🔥
- Learn things that you would use in your work or side projects. (Elm)
Deciding what not to learn 1/2
Deciding what not to learn 2/2
Learn it really well
- Consume => Build => Teach => Repeat
- Get the best material that you can find
- Docs, source code, blog posts, books, Video, pick the one that suits you best
- Set up goals and record your progress, and most importantly: have grace for yourself
- Take notes if necessary
- Learning on a daily basis