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Hey there š
I know what youāre thinkingāanother boring lesson on staying updated? Well, yes and no.
I often get asked questions from social media and emails like:
Staying up to date isn't just about consuming the latest articles, videos, following countless influencers, or attending every webinar. In fact, doing so can make you feel and .
Sure, weāve discussed different learning methods in previous lessonsāwatching short videos, reading articles, attending webinarsābut that doesnāt mean you should do all of them simultaneously. Thatās a .
Following too many sources can be . Itās to follow numerous social media accounts, subscribe to multiple newsletters, and monitor various blogs and forums. However, this approach often leads to rather than productivity and learning efficiency.
The key is to , focus on , and take it one .
Let me show you how I manage this.
Following too many resources can feel overwhelming, like trying to walk, write, and watch TV all at onceāend up accomplishing nothing.
To avoid this, my primary source is Twitter. Hereās how I keep it simple and effective:
Instead of diving into politics or celebrity gossip, I use Twitter smartly to stay updated on tech:
Choose Wisely
I only follow accounts that regularly share valuable insights and updates about tech and programming, typically from experts, "10x" developers, or official tech accounts.
Quality Matters
I prefer quality over quantity in my Twitter feed. Each account I follow adds , ensuring I learn something new every time I check my feed.
No Distractions
I stick to my rule of not following accounts that me learn or grow. No memes, no unrelated news, no Elon Musk, just tech and programming.
Engage Purposefully
Instead of just scrolling, I engage with useful content. I join discussions, share ideas, and save helpful resources for later.
If you look at my Twitter profile, youāll see I only follow accounts that matter to my tech journey. This keeps me focused and avoids distractions.
When I find something interesting, I save it to review later. This helps me stay focused on current tasks without distractions, knowing I can come back to it when I have time.
During my review time, I go through my saved itemsāreading articles, watching videos, or trying out new tools. This keeps me updated without feeling overwhelmed.
Most days, I ensure to go through at least one saved resource to avoid piling up too many. Itās like a . Keep reading to know more about it.
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DailyDev is my secondary source. On DailyDev, I get:
Itās a curated list of resources I can review whenever I have time. I check it at least times a week. Sometimes itās just a quick glance, other times I spend a good amount of time reading articles and discussions.
These are mostly about business communication, staying connected with the community, and knowing whatās happening around the world.
I subscribe to a few tech newsletters but donāt read them daily. I usually go through them on or whenever I have time. Itās like a bonus for me, and I donāt stress about it.
Remember, consuming too much information can lead to . Itās important to take breaks, relax, and enjoy life outside of tech.
For me, again, itās about quality over quantity. I prefer learning something new every day rather than consuming too much information and not it.
Yes, I have other accounts like LinkedIn for sharing channel updates or reposting good work, but my team handles that, and I donāt spend much time there.
Itās not that LinkedIn is or you shouldnāt use it. Itās just that I focus on Twitter as my primary source of information.
Itās perfectly fine to have a different primary resourceāReddit, HackerNews, or any other platform you find useful. It depends on your and what works best for you.
Analyze what works for you, which platform you enjoy the most, and where you find the most value. Stick to that and make it a part of your daily routine.
Hereās my daily routine:
Now it's your turn to develop your own strategies for staying up to date. Remember, it's not about consuming everything but about learning something new every day.
Reflect on the strategies we've discussed, consider your preferences, and create a plan tailored to your needs.
If you're uncertain about where to start, proceed to the next lesson for an assignment designed to help you create an effective plan.
