If you could go back and give yourself one piece of advice at the start of your tech journey, wwib?

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Simon🍋 · Accepted Answer

I would focus more on building a strong network early on.

Connecting with mentors and peers can provide invaluable insights, opportunities, and support that accelerate your learning and career growth.

Investing time in relationships can open doors that technical skills alone might not.

Yaroslav Dzyoma · Answer

1. Be more social. Works great for  personal and professional development as well as business opportunities 
2. Try more ideas, check results and adapt.

YanXu · Answer

Get another job.

Maura · Answer

follow your curiosity

hongkai · Answer

@simonas_kauzonas I completely agree! I’m also hoping to connect with like-minded people and build strong relationships here on Product Hunt.

hongkai · Answer

If I could go back, I’d tell myself that getting the minimum viable product (MVP) out is the most important step. Focus on launching quickly, gathering feedback, and iterating—perfection can come later!

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Don’t just learn to code, learn to solve problems. Tech is always evolving, but problem-solving is the real superpower. Everything else is just tools!

Xinshu Ta · Answer

Be authentic to your product and customers

Alexander Galitsky · Answer

Don’t be stupid

William Joseph Parker · Answer

Definitely wish I focused more on real projects early on rather than just taking courses. Building a portfolio and learning to problem solve on your own teaches you way more than any class can. Getting comfy diving in and figuring things out as you go is the fastest path to leveling up your skills in tech.

Abigail Grace Robinson · Answer

Focus on building projects you're passionate about over chasing the hottest tech. Genuine enthusiasm is a huge asset when networking, learning, and interviewing. When you truly care about what you're working on, the technical skills and career opportunities tend to follow more naturally. Don't underestimate the power of building something you love.

If you could go back and give yourself one piece of advice at the start of your tech journey, wwib?

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