Harman

I completed @hacktoberfest 2025! If you had asked me a month ago whether I'd be contributing to six open source projects, I would have laughed and said, "Nice joke." However, I learned and managed to contribute by solving small issues in responsive design and accessibility, which many developers often overlook. Here's what I learned: - I contributed to seven projects in total. - I learned to read and test others' code to identify vulnerabilities. - I practiced using Git. - I built my confidence. The result: I completed the challenge and received six badges and one T-shirt as a reward. (The T-shirt is awarded to the first 10,000 people who complete Hacktoberfest.) I'm so happy, and I want to thank Tom from Scrimba for providing the link on the @scrimba Discord. Without his mention, I might not have known about this opportunity. I look forward to contributing to open source and participating in next year's Hacktoberfest! #hackerrank #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #scrimba #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures

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Day 211 of Coding I made my first Linked List node in python and to be honest I'm really happy as I went from the theory to the practicing by building it in the python #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures #scrimba

some memories never really leave

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Day 207 of Coding Today I took a break from React and went back to the backend path. I completed some challenges, and then I thought, “maybe I should make a random project in Python,” so I started building Tic Tac Toe in Python. I know Python is much easier to understand, but I still found it hard to build hahaha—maybe because I’ve been using React the past few days, or I’m just so used to JavaScript. But I started it. This project is just to practice Python and nothing else. #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures #scrimba

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Day 206 of Coding I spent the first hour today learning the backend path. Somewhere along the way, I started thinking I’d rather move to backend hahaha—but I’ve already made good progress. For the second hour, I spent time working on the habit tracker project. I worked on the key and name so that when a new item is added, it pushes to the array and only renders the new thing using React’s internal virtual DOM. I’m thinking of making the UI more functional: I’ll add useEffect and mount the array items so it only renders when we click the submit button. Overall, I learned a lot, and I can finally explain the stuff. #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures #scrimba

Day 205 of Coding I started working on the first component of my Habit Tracker React project. Using useState, I can add input and preview what’s being added. Later this week, I’ll update it with a remove (cross) button so users can delete a task, or tap a check mark when it’s completed. I’ll do the styling as I build the project. #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures #scrimba

Day 204 of Coding I spent more time on React Router, and honestly, I like the documentation. It’s easy to digest and learn. I think as I get more comfortable with React, I’ll explore more of the other stuff too—and I think it’ll make me more hirable. Other than that, let’s see how it goes. #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures #scrimba

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Day 203 of Coding I spent time understanding useState and useEffect more, and decided to build a project called the Smart Habit Tracker. It’s a beginner-level project focused on simple features: add/delete tasks, a streak counter, and saving data to local storage. For the project, I used ChatGPT to generate a flow—an overview and a mental model to guide me while building. For components, I’ll be using HabitForm, HabitList, HabitItem, and a progress bar. I’ll share progress each day as I build this project. #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures #scrimba

Days 199, 200, 201 and 202 of Coding I know I haven’t posted much lately, but here’s an overview of what happened. I started the backend path too. I’ve been learning Node.js with Express, and because I already know JavaScript, I chose it. As I get more comfortable, I’ll move to Go and Java with Spring Boot for enterprise-level work, to become more hireable for big corporations. I’ve heard Python with Django is getting more popular in the backend space, but right now I have no plans for that, although I do know Python. My reason for moving to the backend is that I see a gap in backend jobs (although this could change in a few months). I think I can capitalize on this: get a job, and since I already know frontend, become a full-stack dev. That way I can apply to three roles more easily. Alongside that, I’m spending time on theory—computer science. I didn’t spend that much time, but I completed doubly linked lists. Still, in the back of my mind, I wonder where I’ll use it, because right now I feel like I’ll learn more about this during the job. For React, I’m practicing a lot to get better, and I’m applying for frontend roles aggressively. #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures #scrimba

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Days 197 and 198 of Coding Day 197: I spent time learning more about linked lists, then started learning Node.js from @scrimba. Day 198: I styled the rest of the movie search project. Next, I’m going to work on the card components—so when you click on a movie, you can see details like the cast, plot, etc. Other than that, I started working out. No, it’s not the gym—it’s calisthenics lol. Still early, but I’m super excited to see how I can build muscle through bodyweight endurance. #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures #scrimba

Day 196 of Coding Today I completed more of the Node.js modules in the @scrimba full-stack career path. Honestly, I’m starting to understand what backend work is like—and I’m kind of liking it. Right now, I want to learn the fundamentals of backend development so that later I can explore Python, Go, TypeScript, and Java for the backend too. Why? Because I think having all these in my stack could help a lot and make me a more valuable hire for companies. #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures #scrimba

Day 195 of Coding Today I finally started learning data structures. The first thing I learned was the linked list, and I was so happy to learn it. I understand how useful it can be compared to manually shifting array indices, which increases time complexity. The node-based system of a linked list—where each node stores data and a pointer to the next—can reduce that overhead and help you write more efficient programs. I learned how to make a Node class with value and next. Tomorrow I’ll finish it by writing insert and delete, and also learning the doubly linked list. #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures #scrimba

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Day 194 of Coding My movie search app project is coming to life. Today, I focused on styling the website. I worked on the nav and search component styling, using a mobile-first design approach. Tomorrow, I’ll style the rendered card components and build a feature that lets users view the description, cast, and ratings when they click on a movie card. Further plans: add a watchlist button, too. As I keep learning computer science concepts, I’ll also build a Python terminal game before calling it a day. #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures #scrimba

Cyberpunk 2077

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Day 193 of Coding Today I added Next Page and Last Page buttons to my movie search app. I used useEffect so it runs whenever the page state updates. Learned a lot, and I’m starting to understand how React works. On the other side, I completed the GitHub section from the Fullstack Pathway on @scrimba and moved on to the AI Engineering module. For computer science, I learned OOP in Python, and I’ll make a small project around it—maybe tic-tac-toe or another Python terminal game. #softwareengineering #buildinpublic #100DaysofCode #coding #csstudent #dsa #datastructures #scrimba