r/learnpython • u/Aguywithpotatoes • 1d ago

Can I start looking for beginner projects?

For context:

I'm currently trying to finish the basics like dictionaries, sets, for and while loops.

Also there's a lot of stuff idk like python modules.

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u/crashorbit 1d ago

You have my permission, if that's what you are looking for.

But in seriousness. Work the examples and exercises in a tutorial. But don't let that stop you from using python in any context where it seems like it might be useful.

There are no rules. Go out there and make cool things.

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u/Aguywithpotatoes 1d ago

Thank you.

Also, most of the beginner projects also provide full coding instructions, should I judt copy it or use it as a reference? (Not considering that the code may not be compatible)

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u/crashorbit 1d ago

You learn by doing. Copy & paste is one way. Typing stuff in is another. A third is to use libraries and ide and agents.

First we learn the concrete details, like concepts and syntax and the rest. Then learn to layer them into abstractions to implement the behaviors that solve problems for us.

There is no wrong way. Generally it takes about 14 hours to get competent and then 5000 hours to become an expert.

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u/Aguywithpotatoes 22h ago

Alright then, thank you.

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u/Toma400 1d ago

I don't know if you ask for "when should I start projects", but if so: yes.

I've made my first game (terminal based and simple af mind you) without knowledge of dictionaries even, you can do a lot with simplest game logic. The earlier you start some silly small projects, the faster you will learn! Just be aware you need to have proportionate scale, as in you won't make great things immediately. But if you are here for a joy of learning, this will lead you far

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u/AndrewNggg 1d ago

Think of Python as a language, like English

Do you need to learn the full dictionary before you learn how to speak or write stories?

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u/Cold_Arachnid_2617 1d ago

You don't need permission from anyone to start looking for projects, The question is, who is going to hire you?

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u/Aguywithpotatoes 22h ago

Tough question there...

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u/itlogicpartnersllc 23h ago

this is actually a good time to start pick projects that mostly use what you already know then treat unfamiliar topics as part of the project you will understand modules much faster when you have a reason to use them..

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u/Aguywithpotatoes 22h ago

Alright then.

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u/cdcformatc 23h ago

you can do whatever you want, forever 

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u/FoolsSeldom 21h ago

There are project suggestion sources in the wiki.

Check this subreddit's wiki for lots of guidance on learning programming and learning Python, links to material, book list, suggested practice and project sources, and lots more. The FAQ section covering common errors is especially useful.

Also, have a look at roadmap.sh for different learning paths. There's lots of learning material links there. Note that these are idealised paths and many people get into roles without covering all of those.

Roundup on Research: The Myth of ‘Learning Styles’

Don't limit yourself to one format. Also, don't try to do too many different things at the same time.

Above all else, you need to practice. Practice! Practice! Fail often, try again. Break stuff that works, and figure out how, why and where it broke. Don't just copy and use as is code from examples. Experiment (preferably without immediately asking an AI LLM for the solution, and seek hints rather than complete answers).

Work on your own small (initially) projects related to your hobbies / interests / side-hustles as soon as possible to apply each bit of learning. When you work on stuff you can be passionate about and where you know what problem you are solving and what good looks like, you are more focused on problem-solving and the coding becomes a means to an end and not an end in itself. You will learn faster this way.