Did you know, that Mondays (as much as we hate them) are the best days to code? Or did you know that most developers work during the day and not at night (contrary to popular belief)? If not, stay tuned! We have lots of interesting facts coming your way. But first lets introduce some tips for improving code in the Web Development process.
What is Coding?
Coding, which you may also know as programming, is the process of writing codes using a language that computers can understand, hence programming languages. The most popular of them all- JavaScript, followed by HTML, TypeScript, CSS, and Python. Now, similar to any other way of communication or speech, programming languages too have their own vocabulary and grammar, their own abbreviations and commands, and their own punctuation and syntax, which can only be understood by other computer devices and programs.
Importance of Coding
The purpose of writing codes for software’s is simple- to give them instructions that they can follow, and commands that they can understand, all to make them work as we want. Ever wondered how you could interact with that favorite app of yours with so much ease? Well, now you do. It was a developer who sat for hours, and hours writing those codes, and rewriting them so as to give you that feel. Needless to say, a lot of extensive work goes-in in making a program work. From writing the code itself to generating algorithms, from analyzing its accuracy to implementation, coding is an arduous task that needs steady focus and ample creativity. That said, here are some tips for improving code in the web development process starting right away.
Tips to Improve Coding
Like any other creative project, coming up with a secure and quality code begins by laying out a firm plan, or a blueprint so to speak. Better known as Wireframe in the web development community, it’s how you visualize the final or end-product. Visualizations indeed is the key to understanding the features and the functions you would need, so as to meet the site’s vision. Once you have that out of the way, you can get started.
1. Code daily (Understand the power of practice)
Let us get one thing straight- coding is a skill. One you can get really good at, even master it, given the right amount of practice. But the thing about practice, is that it’s never enough. There’s always room for improvement. So the more you code, the better of a coder you become period.
2. Get involved in Open-Source platforms
The next big thing that every developer should do is to try and contribute in any open-source projects that they can find. For instance, GitHub. Working on an open-source platform is the best way to develop your skills, make mistakes, learn from the best, and perhaps find a mentor. Collaborating with others will also show you new and interesting ways of programming. And vice-versa, thus a win-win!
3. Use the right tools and technology
For any program to work, you need to first figure out the right technology (i.e. frameworks, libraries, languages, and plugins), as well the right right tools (including IDEs, VCS, and code editors) for the same. After-all, it’s the selection of your tools that will ultimately affect the quality of your code. Bonus Point- Try learning as many tools as you can cuz you never know when you might need one.
4. Read/ learn different styles of coding
Speaking of learning, coding is evolving with many different styles of programming and the best way to get acquainted with them is by reading. So grab as many books as you can on coding, and again, practice what you learn!
5. And finally, some cheats!
– Use functions, loops, modules and other elements instead of writing the same code again and again manually.
– Automate your programming by creating scripts for generating codes.
– Use custom code snippets to write the same code in multiple places.
– Just copy and paste the code. (No-one’s watching!)
– Perform unit testing and avoid errors or unnecessary delay.
Happy Coding!
