The Hidden Problem with Tutorials and How to Make Better Use of Them

TLDRTutorials can hinder your growth as a junior developer if relied upon too much. They teach information but not necessarily skills. Use tutorials to understand concepts, but focus on building your own projects to apply what you've learned.

Key insights

📚Tutorials teach information, not skills

💡Tutorials should be used to understand concepts

🔑Building your own projects is crucial for skill development

🔄Repetition and practice are key to mastery

💡Pause tutorials and try to solve problems on your own

Q&A

Can tutorials be helpful for beginners?

Yes, tutorials can be helpful for beginners to understand concepts and get started with coding.

Do tutorials teach practical skills?

Tutorials teach information about tools and frameworks, but practical skills are developed through hands-on project experience.

How can I make better use of tutorials?

Use tutorials to understand concepts, but challenge yourself by building your own projects and applying what you've learned.

Should I rely solely on tutorials to learn?

No, relying solely on tutorials can limit your growth. Strive to build your own projects and experiment with coding to develop practical skills.

How can I make the most of tutorials?

Pause the tutorial before they show you how to solve a problem, and try to solve it on your own. This will help reinforce your understanding and problem-solving skills.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Many developers rely too heavily on tutorials without focusing on building their own projects.

02:17Tutorials teach information about concepts and tools, but not necessarily practical skills.

04:29Simply copying tutorial code does not develop your problem-solving or coding skills.

05:06Take the initiative to build your own projects to apply what you've learned from tutorials.

07:21Listen to the explanations in tutorials and pause before seeing the solution, then try to solve the problem on your own.