Hey Pythonista,
Just a quick update: we're prototyping a new coding platform - more on that soon! 🎉
Today, I wanted to remind you of one simple truth: ship code.
Here's why:
You don't fully understand the problem until you have real users. Your assumptions will be tested by the people who actually use the software, and that's where the real learning begins.
Features you think are essential might not matter at all to users. Feedback helps you prioritize what’s important, saving time by avoiding unnecessary features.
Design decisions only become clear when your product is in the wild. Real-world projects bring challenges you won't find in tutorials, pushing you to grow as a developer.
Ship early, ship often. This creates a feedback loop with your audience, helping you iterate faster and stay aligned with their needs. Remember, in most dev jobs, it's less about the code itself and more about delivering what stakeholders need (they don’t care how clean your code is, they care about a product that works and adapts quickly!)
Build confidence and avoid analysis paralysis. A shipped product, even if imperfect, beats a perfect idea that never sees the light of day.
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Don't overthink it - get your MVP out there.
It's a double win: you’ll learn so much more from real-world experience, and the apps you build add to your portfolio.
Bonus: Building in public creates a community around your project and attracts early adopters who are excited to be part of your journey. We did this with Pybites, and it's been one of our best decisions.
Finally, remember the compounding effect of software development. After years of coding at Pybites, we've built a suite of tools that keep evolving. This kind of leverage is unique to our field. Code = leverage.
Enjoy your week! And if you're ready to ship your MVP - no matter how complex or customized - our team of experts is here to help. Just hit reply, and let's chat (or check PDM out here: https://pybit.es/catalogue/the-pdm-program/)
Best,
Bob & Julian
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