Use ChatGPT to learn coding

Let’s be real – you and me have been there, stuck in the endless loop of tutorials.

You open one, then another, hoping the next one will finally “click” and make coding feel easy. But the reality?

You’re just watching… and not actually coding.

Here’s the thing:

coding isn’t something you learn passively. It’s a skill you build by doing.

Yet, most people don’t realize they’re sabotaging their own progress by endlessly consuming tutorials.

Here’s the strategy that actually works:

1. Pick a single topic – whether it’s Python basics, HTML/CSS, or even a full stack framework. Focus on just one thing at a time.

2. Use ChatGPT as your personal tutor. Simply enter this prompt:

> "You are a {topic} expert. I want to start learning from absolute basics and build my foundations strong. Teach me through examples."

Why this works?

Because ChatGPT becomes your personalized coach, guiding you through examples tailored to your pace and questions.

You’re not just watching – you’re actually coding, getting real feedback, and gaining confidence step-by-step.

Here's what will surprise you:

When you follow ChatGPT’s lessons, line by line, and code alongside it, you’ll be amazed at how fast you’re learning.

This isn’t about memorizing. It’s about doing – something that builds real skills.

Think about it this way:

you could spend months jumping between tutorials that all teach you the same thing (but in slightly different ways), or you could master the basics by taking action.

The choice is yours – stay in the cycle, or break free and start coding for real.

So, don’t waste another hour watching tutorials.

Try this out, pick a topic, and ask ChatGPT to walk you through the basics. This is how you actually learn to code.

See you at the keyboard,

Atharva

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