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approaching new technologies and languages

Master Fundamentals​

Every tech builds on core principles

  • Data structures and algorithms: Sharpen problem-solving
  • Object-oriented programming: Critical for mastery
  • Design patterns: Essential for professionals
  • Others: Git, basic networking, debugging

Prioritize Books and Courses Over Tutorials​

Books

  • Comprehensive, authoritative, experience-driven
  • Read 2–3 concurrently: Skim TOC/index, dive into one, cross-reference others

Tutorials

  • For new techs or quick tips, complement books

Courses

  • Udemy, Pluralsight, Coursera, edX, Khan Academy, YouTube

Leverage Official Resources​

Homepage provides

  • Tutorials: Step-by-step guides
  • Documentation: References, functions, solutions

Use Cheatsheets​

Concise references for syntax/commands

  • Print and display for quick access

Create Mind Maps​

Visual tree diagrams for organizing knowledge

  • Aid note-taking, systematizing, recall

Identify Commonalities Across Technologies​

Accelerates learning

  • Basics: I/O, strings, arrays
  • Dependency managers: npm, Composer, Maven, pip, Gem
  • Build tools: Gulp, Ant, Phing, Rake
  • Database migrations: Framework-specific (e.g., Phinx, Doctrine)
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