Everything is starting to roll along this week. Lots of things are happening and things are starting to come together more.
This week the classes on Treehouse are CSS Flexbox Layout, HTML Tables, and Interactive Web Pages with JavaScript. I was a little worried about falling behind in JavaScript, so I reached out on Slack to ask for some help.
One of our class mentors, Mitchell Starkey, answered the call and agreed to meet with me and help me get some clarification on JavaScript functions. He helped me understand some syntax changes for shortening and organizing the coding for variables and functions. He also suggested I try out codewars.com. Codewars is a website that allows users to sharpen their skills using code challenges.
This weeks JavaScript course also seemed to take a step back to fill in some blanks about the Document Object Model and API’s. Between all of this, I feel like I am getting back on track with JavaScript. The key lesson learned here is that if you are struggling with any particular item, don’t wait until it’s too late. Reach out for help on Slack to the Code Louisville community and someone will come to your rescue! There are lots of great people in the Code Louisville Community that are willing to help.
I also worked on GitHub a little this week. It’s coming up and I wanted to get a start on it. I uploaded my first Code Louisville website project via the graphical web interface with a little help from Mitchell. We will be learning Git and Github in Code Louisville next week so I just wanted to jumpstart my learning in that area. You have to select a name for your account. I called mine HendrixHub! Check out my brand new GitHub page at github.com/hendrixhub.
On the job hunt front, I moved forward from the second interview. I will be starting a contract work trial position! I’ve spent a lot of time and effort getting ready for this, so I’m extremely excited to begin. With the work trial and Code Louisville both happening simultaneously, things are about to get really busy. See you all next week for my next installment!
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