Working with existing code doesn't necessarily help you much in the learning process. Just have a read of thedailywtf.com. Those stories are more common than yo

Working with existing code doesn't necessarily help you much in the learning process. Just have a read of thedailywtf.com. Those stories are more common than you'd think. Just keep working on little apps you find interesting and put them out there! Eventually you'll have a portfolio to show prospective employers. There's plenty of sample code out there for "proper" way of doing things. Search through github for real examples.