05.08.07
I was at school the other day talking to
a class mate he was admitting to me that some thing big needs to change in his
life. He was about to graduate with a BS in Software Engineering and he all
ready has his AAS in Software Application Programming, but he still did not
have confidence in his abilities as a programmer. This made me think; we
started school at the same time with about the same skill level. Why has my
skill and confidence in them surpassed his? I believe it has to be because I
strive to find and consume knowledge in multiple ways.
I regularly listen to podcasts and watch webcast. I am also subscribing
to multiple blogs from people I believe to be successful and knowledgeable
programmers. I always have at least one book that I am reading that is related
to the field. I attend classes on programming as well as try to instruct others
on techniques through my blog as well as in person. On top of my work, I always
have a side project going on that allows me to practice new and interesting
technologies. That seems like a lot and it is, but I enjoy it. I guess that is
the real answer, you have to enjoy it to be proficient at it.
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