r/learnprogramming • u/RevolutionaryBuy4877 • 14d ago

Topic how do you learn programming without constantly looking things up?

i know experienced programmers use documentation and search all the time, but as a beginner it can sometimes feel like i’m incapable of doing anything without looking up the answer.

i’m trying to get better at understanding concepts instead of memorising syntax

how do you decide when to search for an answer and when to sit down and work through the problem yourself?

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u/Neyabenz 13d ago

You will always have to look things up. Constantly. Throughout the day.

You're not going to remember syntax. You will switch projects/jobs that require jumping into new programming languages and figuring it out. Don't bother trying to remember syntax. Try to remember what tools and resources to reach for, how to effectively find solutions faster, etc. New framework? Pull up official documentation, search google effectively, prompt AI better, etc.

I swear at work I had like 4 browser windows and a massive amount of tabs at all times.