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Explore related topics with these Wikipedia articles, rewritten for enjoyable reading:
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Pseudocode
12 min read
Directly relevant to coding on paper - pseudocode is the formalized practice of writing algorithms without a computer, bridging the gap between human thinking and machine instructions
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Practice (learning method)
12 min read
The article discusses how restricting tools creates pressure that helps you grow - this is the core principle of deliberate practice, a well-researched learning methodology
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Integrated development environment
10 min read
The article explicitly compares IDEs to coding on paper, making the history and evolution of IDEs valuable context for understanding what conveniences are being deliberately set aside
Hey!
Today, we have tried something special: I drafted the next post live right here at The Palindrome Office Hours.
The topic was “Coding on Paper,” a practice I used to hate as a young student, but grew to appreciate over time. We have seen that
IDE-s to coding on paper is like ChatGPT to writing by yourself,
restricting tools as an exercise puts you under pressure, which helps you grow,
and that my writing process is far from linear.
As promised, here’s the recording, exclusive for paid members of The Palindrome.
Enjoy and see you soon!
Cheers,
Tivadar
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