Today marked a milestone - I finally started React after wrapping up my JavaScript fundamentals. There's something both exciting and terrifying about moving from vanilla JS to a framework. It's like switching from a bicycle to a motorcycle; you know the basics, but suddenly there are so many more buttons to figure out.
The Umbrella Incident
Here's something they don't teach you in coding bootcamps: basic life skills. I managed to get completely soaked walking to the library today, despite carrying an umbrella. Apparently, there's actual technique involved in umbrella usage that I've somehow missed for years. Mental note: add "How to use umbrella properly" right next to "Master React hooks" on my learning list.
Tech Nostalgia
Spent an embarrassing amount of time in the electronics section today, not really shopping but just remembering my first pair of headphones. It's funny how we can move on from people easily enough, but that first piece of tech that really clicked with us? That connection never fades. Those headphones introduced me to what good audio could sound like, much like how JavaScript is introducing me to what real programming feels like.
Productivity vs. Perfectionism
Today was one of those days where I caught myself reaching for my phone 138 times (yes, I actually counted). But here's the thing - I still managed to dive deep into React components and JSX. Sometimes productivity isn't about perfect focus; it's about showing up consistently even when your brain wants to do literally anything else.
The library has become my productivity sanctuary. Something about the environment just works, even if I do spend the first hour fighting the urge to check notifications every thirty seconds.
What's Next
Tomorrow's mission: fewer phone distractions, deeper React understanding, and maybe finally figuring out how umbrellas work. The journey from JavaScript to React feels like learning a new language where you recognize some words but the grammar is completely different.
For anyone else making this transition - it's okay to feel overwhelmed. It's okay to count your phone peeks. It's okay to get nostalgic about old tech. Progress isn't always linear, and some days are just about showing up.
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