A few weeks ago I wrote about a site with programming puzzles that could be used for deliberate practice. But what is “deliberate practice” anyway? Continue reading “Deliberate Practice”
Coding for Christmas
One thing that has been promoted by software craftsmanship leaders for decades is the important of practicing your craft. The 10,000 hour rule put forth by Anders Ericsson and popularized by Malcolm Gladwell talks about having consistent, deliberate practice to become a master in a field. This isn’t just writing “Hello world” thousands of times. It’s deliberate practice specifically designed to help you learn new skills and refine the skills you have. Continue reading “Coding for Christmas”