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Tangential question - is the ability to "code", i.e. develop software, an innate talent or can anyone learn to do it well enough with sufficient training and se
by ralphc 6y ago
Tangential question - is the ability to "code", i.e. develop software, an innate talent or can anyone learn to do it well enough with sufficient training and self-motivated work? Will there be a percentage of incarcerated, or bootcamp students for that matter, that just won't get it?
- fendy3002 6y agoMy personal opinion based on experience, it's similar with driving but harder. If you want to learn, anyone will eventually able to achieve "average" / "good" level. But only a portion with aligned interest, dedication and passion can breakthrough to expert / master level. And for those who haven't had any interest on those topics and don't want to try won't be able to.
- aparsons 6y agoDisagree on this analogy. The standard deviation in the driving ability curve is much smaller than the one for coding ability. There are a TON of mediocre coders who many companies won’t touch. The other commenter’s basketball analogy is more apt.
- timoth3y 6y agoIt's like playing basketball or playing golf. Almost anyone can learn to do it and to enjoy it. But to be really good takes years of effort and probably some natural talent as well.