I believe that the worst aspect of programming is when you already know the solution, making the work feel like a factory line without any challenge.

I was profoundly impacted by the idea that programming allows you to express huge possibilities, and I felt like I could build anything.

I learned the importance of understanding existing code when I tried to rewrite a solution without realizing it was already effectively solved by someone else.

The vibe coding approach, where you code without fully understanding the code, doesn't work well in complex projects with many contributors.

Striving to understand what knowledge you have and what you lack, while continually experimenting and working on projects, is crucial for growth in programming.

I have always been inclined towards coding, finding it enjoyable like solving puzzles and math problems.

I got bored with my PhD research on measuring programming skills because some findings were uncomfortable for universities, revealing that students who scored well on exams might not actually understand programming.

Programming is not just a job; it's a source of joy and meaning. Creating something that others use is fulfilling and fun.

For me, the joy of programming is similar to playing a musical instrument; I can immerse myself in it for hours.