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24 Nov

Wagtail on Docker

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This article explains the steps I had taken to set up Wagtail along with PostgreSQL using containerization techniques. As part of a commitment to a friend in the middle of the year, and to enhance my Python skills, ventured into learning, understanding, and customizing Wagtail CMS. I have had bits of Python experience and Docker during recent years and also have some knowledge on WordPress websites. Learning and improving my skills on Wagtail was a wonderful experience during my spare time over the last few months. In this article, I'm sharing (or rather journaling) some of the things that I…

09 Aug

How to Actually Develop Software – 10 Tips for Beginners

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If I could tell my past self (a never-coder) how to actually develop software instead of just writing code, what would I say? I aim to provide some helpful tips for those just starting out. Let's use the example of a simple Blackjack game, a typical beginner project. The Typical Beginner Experience When I look back at my first experiences writing code, I hated it. I took a BASIC course in high school and loved learning about code, but when it came to writing it, I struggled. I was simply writing code as if I had been taught to write…