I know I haven't posted much lately due to some personal situations. But from now on, I'll try to share more of my journey, experiences, and the lessons I learn from everyday life.
I believe we can all learn from each other, so I'll be sharing what I discover along the way, and I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences too.
Let's grow and learn together every day βοΈ
I believe we can all learn from each other, so I'll be sharing what I discover along the way, and I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences too.
Let's grow and learn together every day βοΈ
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One thing my full-stack journey has taught me...
I've been learning in tech for almost 2 years now, and one thing I've realized is that some things look very easy when you're watching from the outside, but they're much harder when you're actually doing them yourself πͺ
When I started my full-stack journey, I thought coding was everything. My focus was on learning programming languages, building projects, and improving my technical skills. I believed that if I became a good developer, opportunities would automatically come
But over time, I learned that coding is only part of the journey
I didn't expect that communicating with clients, understanding their needs, explaining my ideas, and selling my services would be just as important as writing code. These are skills that many beginners, including me, often ignore π€
Today, I still love coding, but I now understand that building great software is not enough on its own . People need to know what you can do, trust your work, and understand the value you bring π‘
If you're starting your journey, don't focus only on code. Keep improving your technical skills, but also work on communication, networking, and learning how to present your work to others π£οΈ
That's one of the biggest lessons I've learned so far π
@mele_stack
I've been learning in tech for almost 2 years now, and one thing I've realized is that some things look very easy when you're watching from the outside, but they're much harder when you're actually doing them yourself πͺ
When I started my full-stack journey, I thought coding was everything. My focus was on learning programming languages, building projects, and improving my technical skills. I believed that if I became a good developer, opportunities would automatically come
But over time, I learned that coding is only part of the journey
I didn't expect that communicating with clients, understanding their needs, explaining my ideas, and selling my services would be just as important as writing code. These are skills that many beginners, including me, often ignore π€
Today, I still love coding, but I now understand that building great software is not enough on its own . People need to know what you can do, trust your work, and understand the value you bring π‘
If you're starting your journey, don't focus only on code. Keep improving your technical skills, but also work on communication, networking, and learning how to present your work to others π£οΈ
That's one of the biggest lessons I've learned so far π
@mele_stack
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Meles Tesfay π»
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Today, I spent some time looking around a bookstore and picked up a book that caught my attention. I hope it adds value to my knowledge and helps me grow.
I'll be sharing some of the lessons and ideas I learn from it as I read, and I'm excited for us to learn together along the way.
Reading is one of the best investments we can make in ourselves, and I'm happy to start this new reading journey
Let's see where this book takes me π
I'll be sharing some of the lessons and ideas I learn from it as I read, and I'm excited for us to learn together along the way.
Reading is one of the best investments we can make in ourselves, and I'm happy to start this new reading journey
Let's see where this book takes me π
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There are moments in life when you have to stand alone, with no one around to support you. You may face battles that only you can fight.
In those moments, remember this: you are never truly alone. The most powerful strength is with youβGod.
Keep moving forward, keep believing, and keep fighting for your dreams. Every struggle has a purpose, and every challenge makes you stronger.
Stay strong Better days are ahead. π
In those moments, remember this: you are never truly alone. The most powerful strength is with youβGod.
Keep moving forward, keep believing, and keep fighting for your dreams. Every struggle has a purpose, and every challenge makes you stronger.
Stay strong Better days are ahead. π
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I just visited my portfolio projects and got shocked
Most of them are working perfectly... until you click something. Then you realize only the UI survived π
Turns out all my free databases were paused. Now any visitor might think I only know frontend π
Anyone else been betrayed by free-tier services like this? π
Most of them are working perfectly... until you click something. Then you realize only the UI survived π
Turns out all my free databases were paused. Now any visitor might think I only know frontend π
Anyone else been betrayed by free-tier services like this? π
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Meles Tesfay π»
I just visited my portfolio projects and got shocked Most of them are working perfectly... until you click something. Then you realize only the UI survived π Turns out all my free databases were paused. Now any visitor might think I only know frontend π
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The bad thing is that I've already submitted a lot of proposals on Upwork and other freelance platforms using those portfolio links. ππ
Now I'm wondering how many clients opened them, saw only the UI, and quietly closed the tab
always check your portfolio projects before sending proposals! βοΈ
Now I'm wondering how many clients opened them, saw only the UI, and quietly closed the tab
always check your portfolio projects before sending proposals! βοΈ
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π A small announcement...
The next few months are going to be focused on growth, learning, and building.
I'm working on projects that I hope will create real value, and I'm excited to share the progress with you.
Thank you for being part of the journey
The next few months are going to be focused on growth, learning, and building.
I'm working on projects that I hope will create real value, and I'm excited to share the progress with you.
Thank you for being part of the journey
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What's your main focus for the next few months?
Anonymous Poll
56%
Learning a new skill
56%
Building a project
17%
Starting or growing a business
17%
Finding freelance opportunities
28%
Improving myself personally
0%
others......
One day you'll realize that the small things you do every day were actually shaping your future.
The extra page you read.
The extra hour you studied.
The project you started when nobody was watching.
The risk you took when you weren't sure it would work.
Success rarely comes from one big moment. It comes from hundreds of small decisions made consistently over time.
Keep going. Your future self is watching and will thank you for not giving up.
The extra page you read.
The extra hour you studied.
The project you started when nobody was watching.
The risk you took when you weren't sure it would work.
Success rarely comes from one big moment. It comes from hundreds of small decisions made consistently over time.
Keep going. Your future self is watching and will thank you for not giving up.
π What's the best book you've ever read?
Not just a good book the one that genuinely changed how you think, work, or live
Drop your recommendation below. π
Not just a good book the one that genuinely changed how you think, work, or live
Drop your recommendation below. π
Meles Tesfay π»
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I developed a system that uses a QR code in hotel rooms to make guest services faster and easier.
When a guest scans the QR code, they are connected to their room and can directly send requests like food orders or room services from their phone. The hotel staff receives everything instantly with the room details, making communication simple and organized.
Itβs a small idea, but it helps turn traditional hotel service into a faster and more digital experience.
When a guest scans the QR code, they are connected to their room and can directly send requests like food orders or room services from their phone. The hotel staff receives everything instantly with the room details, making communication simple and organized.
Itβs a small idea, but it helps turn traditional hotel service into a faster and more digital experience.
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In my recent project, I used SQLite as the database solution.
SQLite is a lightweight database that stores data in a single file, making it simple to set up and easy to manage. It's a great choice for student projects, prototypes, and small applications because it doesn't require a separate database server while still allowing developers to work with real database concepts such as tables, relationships, queries, and data management.
I found it especially useful for quickly building and testing ideas, helping me focus more on developing the system itself and less on database configuration.
Every project is an opportunity to learn something new, and SQLite has been a valuable addition to my development journey.π»
#SQLite #Database #FullStackDevelopment #SoftwareDevelopment #LearningInPublic
SQLite is a lightweight database that stores data in a single file, making it simple to set up and easy to manage. It's a great choice for student projects, prototypes, and small applications because it doesn't require a separate database server while still allowing developers to work with real database concepts such as tables, relationships, queries, and data management.
I found it especially useful for quickly building and testing ideas, helping me focus more on developing the system itself and less on database configuration.
Every project is an opportunity to learn something new, and SQLite has been a valuable addition to my development journey.π»
#SQLite #Database #FullStackDevelopment #SoftwareDevelopment #LearningInPublic
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Want to create something truly great? This simple idea from The Lean Startup book can save you tons of time and effort!
The main point? Don't just guess what people want. Get your idea out there quickly, see how users react, and then improve it!
Here's how it works in 3 easy steps: π€
1. ποΈ Build (Your Idea):
Make a basic version of your product or service ASAP. Don't wait for it to be perfect! Just get something working.
2. Measure (User Feedback):
Now, forget what you thought! Watch closely how people actually use it. What do they like? What don't they understand?
Users will show you things you never even considered! They'll guide you in new directions.
3. Learn & Adapt (Improve!):
Take all that feedback and learn from it. Be ready to change your product, or even change your whole idea (this is called pivoting). Your first plan might not be the best one, and that's okay!
The main point? Don't just guess what people want. Get your idea out there quickly, see how users react, and then improve it!
Here's how it works in 3 easy steps: π€
1. ποΈ Build (Your Idea):
Make a basic version of your product or service ASAP. Don't wait for it to be perfect! Just get something working.
2. Measure (User Feedback):
Now, forget what you thought! Watch closely how people actually use it. What do they like? What don't they understand?
Users will show you things you never even considered! They'll guide you in new directions.
3. Learn & Adapt (Improve!):
Take all that feedback and learn from it. Be ready to change your product, or even change your whole idea (this is called pivoting). Your first plan might not be the best one, and that's okay!
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Meles Tesfay π»
Want to create something truly great? This simple idea from The Lean Startup book can save you tons of time and effort! The main point? Don't just guess what people want. Get your idea out there quickly, see how users react, and then improve it! Here's howβ¦
Why is this so powerful?
It helps you create exactly what people want, without wasting time and money building the wrong thing. Itβs all about fast learning and real results!
It helps you create exactly what people want, without wasting time and money building the wrong thing. Itβs all about fast learning and real results!
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working hard to learn new skills and improve every day. That ambition is what makes you grow. π₯
But remember: trying to master everything at once can slow your progress focus your energy on 1β2 main fields. Go deeper, practice more, and create real results.
A focused developer grows faster than a scattered one.
Choose your path Stay consistent Keep building
#DeveloperLife #FullStackJourney
But remember: trying to master everything at once can slow your progress focus your energy on 1β2 main fields. Go deeper, practice more, and create real results.
A focused developer grows faster than a scattered one.
Choose your path Stay consistent Keep building
#DeveloperLife #FullStackJourney
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Do you know how JavaScript started ? π€
Back in 1995, Brendan Eich created the first version of JavaScript in just 10 days π³
What started as a small scripting language eventually became one of the most important technologies on the web. today, JavaScript powers a huge part of the websites and applications we use every day.
Sometimes, the technologies that change the world don't start as massive projects.
They start with a simple idea
#JavaScript #WebDevelopment #Programming #Tech
Back in 1995, Brendan Eich created the first version of JavaScript in just 10 days π³
What started as a small scripting language eventually became one of the most important technologies on the web. today, JavaScript powers a huge part of the websites and applications we use every day.
Sometimes, the technologies that change the world don't start as massive projects.
They start with a simple idea
#JavaScript #WebDevelopment #Programming #Tech