Brian O'Connor wrote:
The best way I learned was just to do something that was relevant. Even today when learning new things, if I am just learning the theory and not actually putting it into place I don't grasp it as well. Make yourself a homepage, and put the things you want on there. Like sports? Figure out how to make a sports blog with predictions or whatever. When I was learning, I created my homepage with a blog, calendar, and a gallery because that's what I wanted to create, and I learned the most from that. Things start to click when you're more engaged.
You know, last year I got the opportunity to take over a custom built CMS that had been abandoned halfway through by the original programmer and that was a great (but harrowing) learning experience. I've also done a few login systems and have gotten pretty good with processing forms, but, you're right, I really should do more. I mean I should try something that I've never done before.
I already have a web site for my graphic & web design work, but I've always wanted to create a secure area where clients can review their project assets and such, so maybe I'll do that. A blog and/or photo gallery could be interesting too. Calendars scare me. :)
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