{"id":64,"date":"2018-05-15T17:13:03","date_gmt":"2018-05-15T17:13:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thecoderschool.com\/blog\/another-reason-to-learn-code-even-if-you-dont-want-to-code\/"},"modified":"2022-10-13T20:50:14","modified_gmt":"2022-10-13T20:50:14","slug":"another-reason-to-learn-code-even-if-you-dont-want-to-code","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thecoderschool.com\/blog\/another-reason-to-learn-code-even-if-you-dont-want-to-code\/","title":{"rendered":"Another Reason to Learn Code even if you Don\u2019t want to Code"},"content":{"rendered":"

We believe coding is about a whole lot more<\/a> than text files and folders \u2013 it\u2019s about learning how to think critically, become more efficient, organized, and change the world for the better!<\/p>\n

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A common misconception is that coding will take jobs away but that can\u2019t be further from the truth as it will actually create more jobs.  If you\u2019ve ever worked on a website, or looked at a github project with millions of commits, you\u2019ll understand that there\u2019s always something to do in the world of programming, developing, or flat out improving your skill set.<\/p>\n

For example, Google is the result of 2 billion pieces of code<\/a> over the last 20 years and it\u2019s only growing in size! While this is an extreme case, even a small piece of software can result in thousands of pieces of code and hundreds of commits on github.<\/p>\n

One of our favorite sayings is \u201c If you hangout at the barbershop long enough, you\u2019re going to get a haircut.\u201d If you hangout at theCoderSchool long enough, you\u2019re going to understand technology at a much deeper level.<\/p>\n

So, even if coding isn\u2019t for you, we thought we\u2019d give you a few more reasons to learn how to code even if you don\u2019t want to code for the next 20 years.<\/p>\n

New Language<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u201cLearning to code and work effectively with technology is like learning a new language. If you plan to spend a lot of time working with technology, you should understand the language of your new environment.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Web developers and programmers are literally speaking a different language. Because of that, their workflow is completely different than, lets say, than the marketing department. If you have an excellent idea or vision, then it\u2019s in your best interest to learn this language so you can set realistic goals. You\u2019ll also need to understand developers to manage people more effectively.<\/p>\n

Talent Evaluation<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u201cFor any startup that leverages technology (don\u2019t they all?), hiring the right team is mission critical.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

If people are your greatest asset, then it\u2019s important to find the very best to help bring your vision to reality. Understanding how to code will allow you to spot the best talent out there.<\/p>\n

Product development<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u201cTo build the next great web application, iPhone game or productivity app, you need passion, creativity, a great team and perhaps some special sauce. You also need to effectively schedule and manage projects.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

If you have a product, it may take quite a few iterations before it becomes exactly what you want it to be. It may take months, or even years, for it to even become usable. Even then, there will be a few unexpected surprises that pop up along the way.  Learning how to code will help you map out the development of the project from start to finish setting realistic goals along the way.<\/p>\n

Getting your hands dirty<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u201cRather than having to interrupt your tech team to make a small change to your website or update content in your app, you\u2019ll have the ability and confidence to make a change without fearing a site shut down or interruption of business.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll run into tight deadlines along the way and because it\u2019s hard to find good help, you will most likely be understaffed as well. Knowing how to code will allow you to jump in and help your team complete the project. It will save you a lot more time and money if you\u2019re able to do this and you\u2019ll have a whole new level of respect for the people who took the time to master it.<\/p>\n

Critical thinking<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u201cStrong critical thinking skills facilitate good decision making, and there is no better way to learn to think critically than by learning to code.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

At theCoderSchool, we always say that learning to code is learning how to think. By learning how to code, you\u2019re essentially developing your decision making process for the better.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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