Am I too old to become a coder? ๐ค
Hey everyone! ๐ Have you ever felt that itch to learn something totally new, like coding, but then that sneaky little voice pops up and whispers, "Nah, you're too old for this"? ๐ซ Well, guess what? You're not alone! ๐ฏ
I stumbled upon this awesome discussion on Reddit the other day, where someone was asking if they were "doomed" to start coding at 32. ๐ฑ Thirty-two! That's, like, practically ancient in internet years, right? ๐ด ... Just kidding! ๐
But seriously, it got me thinking: how often do we hold ourselves back because we think we've missed the boat? ๐ข We see all these whiz kids coding since they were, like, five, and we think we can never catch up. ๐โโ๏ธ๐จ
But here's the deal: coding isn't about age; it's about passion and persistence! ๐ฅ๐ช There are tons of people who've started coding later in life and become total rockstars. ๐ They bring a wealth of life experience and problem-solving skills to the table that those young whippersnappers might not have yet. ๐
Think about it: you've probably already learned tons of "languages" in your life โ the language of your job, your hobbies, your relationships. ๐ค Coding is just another language! ๐ฃ๏ธ๐ป It's about breaking down problems, finding solutions, and communicating with a computer. ๐ค
So, if you're thinking about learning to code, or anything new for that matter, ignore that silly voice in your head! ๐ You're never too old to learn something new and awesome. ๐
Instead, dive in, have fun, and embrace the challenge! ๐ You might just surprise yourself. โจ
What do you think? Have you ever started learning something new later in life? Share your experiences in the comments! ๐
Inspired by: https://www.reddit.com/r/learnprogramming/comments/1l6223q/32_years_old_learning_to_code_am_i_doomed/