<p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Let’s talk about something important that people don’t always say:</span></p><p><br/></p><p>Computer Science is not the same as Software Engineering.</p><p><br/></p><p>That’s why many people graduate with a Computer Science degree and still find it hard to actually write code or build real-world projects.</p><p><br/></p><p>If that sounds like you, don’t feel bad.</p><p><br/></p><p>It doesn’t mean you’re not smart. It just means you need a better approach.</p><p><br/></p><p>Here’s what works: </p><p>Start doing Project-Based Learning.</p><p><br/></p><p>That means: </p><p>😎 Don’t just watch tutorials endlessly </p><p><br/></p><p>😎 Build real, practical projects instead</p><p><br/></p><p>Start small. A to-do list. A calculator. A portfolio site. Anything that gives you hands-on practice.</p><p><br/></p><p>Every project you build boosts your skills and your confidence.</p><p><br/></p><p>You can’t learn to swim by reading a book. You learn by getting in the water.</p><p> </p><p>Coding works the same way.</p><p><br/></p><p>Pick a simple idea, open your code editor, and start building. </p><p><br/></p><p>Progress follows action.</p><p><br/></p><p>Follow me for more tips that make learning to code simple and practical.</p>
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