The Greatest Coding Tool by The Dysania Concept (2022)
Coders, also known as developers or software engineers, are the construction workers of the digital world. Coders are responsible for creating and developing websites, apps and most technology we use nowadays. As artificial intelligence is surging rapidly, Coders play an incredibly significant role in the development of our society, as inventions like Apple’s Siri and Amazon’s Alexa are quickly becoming tools of our every day. Coders are constantly developing tools to solve problems and enhance human efficiency; like John Johnson said, “First, solve the problem. Then, write the code.” So, as a profession taking over many aspects of our daily lives, it is crucial we know what makes a good Coder. Therefore, in this edition of The Mindsets, we’ll explore the essential qualities, virtues and skills that allow Coders to revolutionise everyone’s lives.
1. Problem Solving
Coders are fundamentally tasked with designing solutions. As they are in charge of designing operating systems, user interfaces, and technology that enhances human performance, problem-solving is one of the primary skills they need. The most extraordinary Coders are the ones who enjoy being faced with a complex problem, as they relish the process of reaching the perfect piece of code, the perfect solution. Similarly, we should always look forward to finding a solution when faced with a problem. Even though most of the time we don’t look forward to them, problems and challenges are a part of life, and the quicker we learn to solve them efficiently, the better we’ll be able to enjoy our every day. Who knows? Maybe you are meant to live solving people's problems, not necessarily like a Coder does, but in another way.
2. Self-awareness
Coders are self-aware of all the territories they explore. As Coders are confident when they face problems they know how to solve, they are also self-aware and humble when facing other challenges they don’t. Recognising what areas need improvement in their craft is an essential quality for all Coders, as it allows them to improve their abilities and become more secure when handling future problems. Like Coders, we must be able to recognise both our strengths and our weaknesses, even though it can be hard sometimes. Knowing where you need help and improvement is a sign of self-confidence and self-awareness, as it demonstrates you are open to growth and take learning opportunities. So don’t be afraid of not knowing but embrace those scenarios and turn them into learning opportunities.
3. Self-learning
Coders are always in pursuit of new knowledge. Technology evolves daily, and parallel to it, the pool of knowledge surrounding it extends too. As technology is one of the most prominent fields of study, Coders must stay on top of new ideas, methods and tools to become the most efficient version of themselves when designing solutions. So as Coders are self-aware of their areas of improvement, they are also constantly self-learning, meaning they understand what they need to conceptualise, set goals and gain that knowledge through any means at their disposal, like books, articles or even colleagues. So, when facing an area in your life where you don’t feel comfortable due to a lack of understanding, find your way through by self-learning! With all the resources available nowadays, both physical and digital, the only thing stopping you is yourself.
Coders are one of the most fundamental members of today’s technologically uprising society. They are the builders of the digital world and the designers of all these tools which help us be more efficient daily. Thus, it makes complete sense to understand why they are crucial to our future and what qualities, virtues and skills make them shine in their roles. Therefore, we invite you to adopt The Coder’s Mindset as you work your way through solving life’s problems and designing solutions and answers to any challenge you face.
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