An eager desire to teach yourself something new can lead down an isolated and lonely route into "tutorial hell." Our curiosity unintentionally creates a substantial gap. Between what we hoped for and what we could deliver. And sometimes we get stuck there.
You'll probably notice various reactions to online tutorials.
- Some people enjoy learning new topics independently and are thrilled about delving deeper.
- Others may feel compelled to gather knowledge. They'll make an effort to store everything. But because the volume of information is overwhelming, they walk away, overloaded.
- Some people may give up after discovering that the given advice is unclear or conflicting. They choose to leave the work to others.
If you are experiencing such a reaction when teaching yourself online - be aware. You might be about to enter "Tutorial Hell".
This is a well-known place. Where you'd prefer to be informed. But also find days wasted, watching multiple YouTube demonstrations, reading excessive tech blogs and following well-meaning tutorials. As you explore the topic further and further, you find yourself further away from the problem that brought you there.
Our curiosity comes with a technological debt. Between what is promised and what is actually delivered. The cure? Focused attention on completing one project and one tutorial.
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