How To Think Like A Computer ITSC 1212 - Functions First Edition

As we wrap up this section that deals with handling errors and verifying our solutions work it is important to know that learning to code can be hard at times and sometimes frustrating. However, the feeling you get when your code works is incredible! And your brain grows as you problem solve and debug your programs. Embrace those moments. Pause and think of why things actually went from problematic to working and doing what you want it to do.

Watch this short video about Growing your Mind:

To practice using a growth mindset, if you find yourself saying or thinking what’s in the left column, try substituting what’s in the right column instead:

Instead of:	Try Thinking/Saying:
I’m not good at this.	I can learn to do this.
I’m awesome at this.	I’m on the right track.
I give up	I’ll use a different learning strategy
This is too hard.	This may take some time and effort.
I can’t make this any better.	I can improve it!
I just can’t do programming.	I’m going to train my brain to do this.
Plan A didn’t work.	Let’s try something else.
It’s good enough.	How can I improve this?