Front-End Development Blog for Beginners: Learn, Build, and Grow
Welcome to the Code with Malie blog, your go-to resource for beginners in front-end development. Here, you’ll find easy-to-follow tutorials, practical coding advice, and real-world insights as I document my journey from a complete novice to a confident front-end developer. From learning the basics of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to mastering frameworks like React, this blog is designed to help beginners overcome challenges and build a solid foundation in web development.
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CS50 Week 5: Data Structures. Mastering Queues, Stacks, and Linked Lists
Why Data Structures Matter in Programming Imagine trying to solve a complex problem without a clear process or reliable tools. That’s what programming can feel like without understanding data structures. Welcome to CS50 Week 5, where I explore data structures like queues, stacks, and linked lists—the backbone of organizing and processing data. These structures shape…
The Best Free Coding Resources for Beginners: A Curated Guide for Your Journey
Are you eager to start coding but feeling a little lost on where to begin? With countless resources online, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But here’s the good news: there are incredible free coding resources that are perfect for beginners and can guide you from zero to programming hero—all without spending a penny. In this…
CS50 Week 4: Mastering Memory Management and Debugging in C
Unlocking the Power of Memory Learning to code isn’t just about writing lines of syntax; it’s about understanding what those lines do deep within the machine. This week in CS50, I tackled one of the most fundamental (and intimidating) aspects of programming in C: memory management. C’s powerful memory manipulation capabilities gave me a whole…
The Most Useful JavaScript Concepts I’ve Learned So Far
Learning JavaScript has been nothing short of life-changing on my path to becoming a front-end developer. In the beginning, JavaScript felt like a foreign language, but the thrill of seeing my code work as intended kept me pushing forward. Today, I’m excited to share the most important JavaScript concepts I’ve mastered and how each one…
CS50 Week 3: Algorithms Recursion, and Anxiety
Mastering Searching, Sorting, and Recursion Mastering algorithms is like discovering the “secret sauce” that makes computers run our code efficiently. For me, CS50 Week 3’s deep dive into algorithms brought both excitement and a fair share of struggle—particularly as someone who doesn’t have a strong math background but was determined to make sense of it…
How to Set Realistic Learning Goals as a Beginner Programmer
The Road to Becoming a Confident Programmer Starts with Clear, Achievable Goals When I first decided to learn programming, I was overwhelmed by the sheer number of concepts, tools, and languages that seemed to be an essential part of the journey. From JavaScript to HTML, CSS, and beyond, the road looked long and filled with…
CS50 Week 2: My First Steps in Data Handling with Arrays and Cryptography
The second week of CS50 took me deeper into the world of programming, exploring concepts that felt both exciting and challenging. From arrays and strings to my first introduction to cryptography, Week 2 is all about understanding how to handle data in a way that forms the foundation for more advanced coding techniques. In this…
How Learning CSS Transformed My Understanding of Web Design
When I first started learning to code, I was primarily focused on functionality—making things work, writing JavaScript logic, and fixing bugs. But there was always something missing. My web pages were functional, yes, but they lacked personality, style, and that unique “wow” factor. Then, I discovered CSS, and everything changed. Learning CSS for web design…
CS50 Week 1: Diving into C Programming and Mastering Computational Thinking
Getting My Feet Wet in C: A Challenging Yet Rewarding Experience After completing Week 0 of CS50, which introduced me to the world of computer science through Scratch, Week 1 is a whole different ball game. From visual programming to diving headfirst into C programming—a foundational language that powers much of today’s software—it is clear…
What It’s Really Like Learning to Code with No Prior Experience
The Start of an Unexpected Journey Have you ever looked at a computer screen filled with lines of code and wondered how anyone could make sense of it all? If you’re like me, that image was downright terrifying. Just a year ago, the idea of learning to code seemed impossible—especially with no prior experience. I…
