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We have a fantastic community in our Discord server, but this thread is for those looking to connect 1-on-1 or in small groups outside of that.
Having someone to share wins, troubleshoot problems, and stay consistent with makes such a difference!
Having someone to share wins, troubleshoot problems, and stay consistent with makes such a difference!
November 19, 2025 at 10:34 AM
We have a fantastic community in our Discord server, but this thread is for those looking to connect 1-on-1 or in small groups outside of that.
Having someone to share wins, troubleshoot problems, and stay consistent with makes such a difference!
Having someone to share wins, troubleshoot problems, and stay consistent with makes such a difference!
Share:
👋 Quick intro (what you're working on/learning)
🌍 Your timezone
🎯 What you're hoping to get from a buddy (accountability check-ins, code reviews, etc.)
Then scroll through the replies and connect with anyone who seems like a good match!
👋 Quick intro (what you're working on/learning)
🌍 Your timezone
🎯 What you're hoping to get from a buddy (accountability check-ins, code reviews, etc.)
Then scroll through the replies and connect with anyone who seems like a good match!
November 19, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Share:
👋 Quick intro (what you're working on/learning)
🌍 Your timezone
🎯 What you're hoping to get from a buddy (accountability check-ins, code reviews, etc.)
Then scroll through the replies and connect with anyone who seems like a good match!
👋 Quick intro (what you're working on/learning)
🌍 Your timezone
🎯 What you're hoping to get from a buddy (accountability check-ins, code reviews, etc.)
Then scroll through the replies and connect with anyone who seems like a good match!
Want to give code reviews a go? We have a constant stream of new challenge solutions where devs are waiting for your input and support.
www.frontendmentor.io/solutions
www.frontendmentor.io/solutions
November 18, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Want to give code reviews a go? We have a constant stream of new challenge solutions where devs are waiting for your input and support.
www.frontendmentor.io/solutions
www.frontendmentor.io/solutions
Plus, you'll build genuine connections in the dev community. People remember those who helped them improve 🤗
November 18, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Plus, you'll build genuine connections in the dev community. People remember those who helped them improve 🤗
You'll start spotting patterns in common mistakes - like accessibility issues, overly complex logic, or brittle selectors - which means you'll catch them in your own code before they become problems.
November 18, 2025 at 6:58 PM
You'll start spotting patterns in common mistakes - like accessibility issues, overly complex logic, or brittle selectors - which means you'll catch them in your own code before they become problems.
Explaining concepts to others is one of the best ways to cement your own knowledge. Can't explain it? You probably don't understand it as well as you think you do.
November 18, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Explaining concepts to others is one of the best ways to cement your own knowledge. Can't explain it? You probably don't understand it as well as you think you do.
You'll see creative solutions you'd never think of. That 'weird' CSS approach? That clever JavaScript pattern? Real developers solve problems in ways tutorials won't show you.
November 18, 2025 at 6:58 PM
You'll see creative solutions you'd never think of. That 'weird' CSS approach? That clever JavaScript pattern? Real developers solve problems in ways tutorials won't show you.
When you review someone else's code, you're forced to think critically about the approach, not just the syntax. With AI now writing code, this comprehension skill is becoming more valuable than ever.
November 18, 2025 at 6:58 PM
When you review someone else's code, you're forced to think critically about the approach, not just the syntax. With AI now writing code, this comprehension skill is becoming more valuable than ever.
We wrote about this in detail - how to learn with AI assistants without becoming dependent on them.
Covering tools, stages, prompts, and a self-check to see if you're on track.
We hope you find it helpful!
www.frontendmentor.io/articles/ai...
Covering tools, stages, prompts, and a self-check to see if you're on track.
We hope you find it helpful!
www.frontendmentor.io/articles/ai...
Frontend Mentor | AI coding assistants for beginners: How to learn without losing your skills
Learn to use AI coding tools like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot without becoming dependent on them. Stage-based framework for your first 18 months.
www.frontendmentor.io
November 17, 2025 at 2:39 PM
We wrote about this in detail - how to learn with AI assistants without becoming dependent on them.
Covering tools, stages, prompts, and a self-check to see if you're on track.
We hope you find it helpful!
www.frontendmentor.io/articles/ai...
Covering tools, stages, prompts, and a self-check to see if you're on track.
We hope you find it helpful!
www.frontendmentor.io/articles/ai...
The solution is pretty simple:
Ask questions, don't copy code.
AI should explain things, not do the thinking for you.
If you can't explain code line-by-line, you don't understand it. And if you don't understand it, don't use it.
Ask questions, don't copy code.
AI should explain things, not do the thinking for you.
If you can't explain code line-by-line, you don't understand it. And if you don't understand it, don't use it.
November 17, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The solution is pretty simple:
Ask questions, don't copy code.
AI should explain things, not do the thinking for you.
If you can't explain code line-by-line, you don't understand it. And if you don't understand it, don't use it.
Ask questions, don't copy code.
AI should explain things, not do the thinking for you.
If you can't explain code line-by-line, you don't understand it. And if you don't understand it, don't use it.
The problem isn't AI coding assistants. It's how beginners use them in their learning process.
The same tool that explains concepts can also let you skip understanding altogether.
And when you're learning, you don't yet know what you don't know.
The same tool that explains concepts can also let you skip understanding altogether.
And when you're learning, you don't yet know what you don't know.
November 17, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The problem isn't AI coding assistants. It's how beginners use them in their learning process.
The same tool that explains concepts can also let you skip understanding altogether.
And when you're learning, you don't yet know what you don't know.
The same tool that explains concepts can also let you skip understanding altogether.
And when you're learning, you don't yet know what you don't know.
Getting stuck is normal. Having a systematic approach to get unstuck will help you whenever you hit a wall.
Practice these steps, and you'll spend less time frustrated and more time building 🥳
Any techniques you would add to this list? Please share them below 👇
Practice these steps, and you'll spend less time frustrated and more time building 🥳
Any techniques you would add to this list? Please share them below 👇
November 13, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Getting stuck is normal. Having a systematic approach to get unstuck will help you whenever you hit a wall.
Practice these steps, and you'll spend less time frustrated and more time building 🥳
Any techniques you would add to this list? Please share them below 👇
Practice these steps, and you'll spend less time frustrated and more time building 🥳
Any techniques you would add to this list? Please share them below 👇
10. Document your learning
Write down what worked. Future you will thank present you.
Can you turn it into a blog post? Even better! You might have other people thanking you too!
Write down what worked. Future you will thank present you.
Can you turn it into a blog post? Even better! You might have other people thanking you too!
November 13, 2025 at 2:58 PM
10. Document your learning
Write down what worked. Future you will thank present you.
Can you turn it into a blog post? Even better! You might have other people thanking you too!
Write down what worked. Future you will thank present you.
Can you turn it into a blog post? Even better! You might have other people thanking you too!
9. Check browser compatibility
If it works in one browser but not another, you've found your culprit.
Test in Chrome, Firefox, Safari if you can.
If it works in one browser but not another, you've found your culprit.
Test in Chrome, Firefox, Safari if you can.
November 13, 2025 at 2:58 PM
9. Check browser compatibility
If it works in one browser but not another, you've found your culprit.
Test in Chrome, Firefox, Safari if you can.
If it works in one browser but not another, you've found your culprit.
Test in Chrome, Firefox, Safari if you can.
Note: As a learner, work through the earlier steps first. Understanding WHY something works is more valuable than just getting a quick fix.
Building problem-solving and communication skills will serve you throughout your career.
Building problem-solving and communication skills will serve you throughout your career.
November 13, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Note: As a learner, work through the earlier steps first. Understanding WHY something works is more valuable than just getting a quick fix.
Building problem-solving and communication skills will serve you throughout your career.
Building problem-solving and communication skills will serve you throughout your career.
8. Debug with AI
Use ChatGPT, Claude, chat assistants in VS Code (like Copilot), or Cursor. Paste/Highlight your code and explain what you're trying to do and what's not working.
AI is great at spotting syntax errors and suggesting fixes.
Use ChatGPT, Claude, chat assistants in VS Code (like Copilot), or Cursor. Paste/Highlight your code and explain what you're trying to do and what's not working.
AI is great at spotting syntax errors and suggesting fixes.
November 13, 2025 at 2:58 PM
8. Debug with AI
Use ChatGPT, Claude, chat assistants in VS Code (like Copilot), or Cursor. Paste/Highlight your code and explain what you're trying to do and what's not working.
AI is great at spotting syntax errors and suggesting fixes.
Use ChatGPT, Claude, chat assistants in VS Code (like Copilot), or Cursor. Paste/Highlight your code and explain what you're trying to do and what's not working.
AI is great at spotting syntax errors and suggesting fixes.
7. Ask for help in a community (like Frontend Mentor)
Share the specifics of your problem in our help channel with:
- Clear description of the problem
- Your live URL
- Your public repo URL
- What you've already tried
Make it easy for people to help you.
Share the specifics of your problem in our help channel with:
- Clear description of the problem
- Your live URL
- Your public repo URL
- What you've already tried
Make it easy for people to help you.
November 13, 2025 at 2:58 PM
7. Ask for help in a community (like Frontend Mentor)
Share the specifics of your problem in our help channel with:
- Clear description of the problem
- Your live URL
- Your public repo URL
- What you've already tried
Make it easy for people to help you.
Share the specifics of your problem in our help channel with:
- Clear description of the problem
- Your live URL
- Your public repo URL
- What you've already tried
Make it easy for people to help you.
6. Rubber duck debug
Explain your code line-by-line out loud (or in writing).
You'll often spot the issue while explaining it. This is weirdly effective.
Explain your code line-by-line out loud (or in writing).
You'll often spot the issue while explaining it. This is weirdly effective.
November 13, 2025 at 2:58 PM
6. Rubber duck debug
Explain your code line-by-line out loud (or in writing).
You'll often spot the issue while explaining it. This is weirdly effective.
Explain your code line-by-line out loud (or in writing).
You'll often spot the issue while explaining it. This is weirdly effective.
5. Create a minimal reproduction
Strip away everything except the problem. Build it in CodePen or a simple test file.
This helps you figure out if it's your specific setup or the technique itself.
Strip away everything except the problem. Build it in CodePen or a simple test file.
This helps you figure out if it's your specific setup or the technique itself.
November 13, 2025 at 2:58 PM
5. Create a minimal reproduction
Strip away everything except the problem. Build it in CodePen or a simple test file.
This helps you figure out if it's your specific setup or the technique itself.
Strip away everything except the problem. Build it in CodePen or a simple test file.
This helps you figure out if it's your specific setup or the technique itself.