How I Study SMARTER, Not HARDER (my secret hacks)

💡 Imagine if you could learn things 10x faster than you can now. What would that mean for you? What would that allow you to do?

When learning to code, it's critical to use the best study methods to learn as fast as possible so that you can learn more and/or just have more free time, and a better work-life balance.

I don't know if the tips in this video will help you learn 10x faster, or just 2x faster, but I guarantee that if you apply my 5 best productivity tips for students & programmers, you will be able to be more productive and learn things faster.

First, I use the 5-minute rule to stop procrastination. Learning how to not procrastinate is crucial to allow you to get things done more effectively.

Second, I use time-blocking and other productivity hacks to help me reach the flow state. The flow state, also known colloquially as being in the zone, is the mental state in which a person performing some activity is fully immersed in a feeling of energized focus, full involvement, and enjoyment in the process of the activity. This is critical to be more productive.

Third, I use a to-do app as my personal knowledge management system. This way, all my tasks are stored in the app and I don't need to use my brain to remember them.

Fourth, I set Artificial Deadlines. Does this sound familiar: You have an essay due in a month. You make minimal progress until a day before the deadline, then cram the entire thing on the last day with the power of coffee and energy drinks.You can impose artificial deadlines on yourself, meaning that you act as if your project/essay is due, for example, a week earlier than it actually is. This way, you are creating urgency for yourself and your mind will be more likely to find a way to get things done early and leave you with a bunch of extra time, free from the burden of having that project still be unfinished.

Lastly, try to enjoy the process. Because if you don't, where's the point anyway :).

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[InternetMadeCoder]

Soon I will also talk about how on top of working smart, I ALSO work HARD (many hours) without getting tired, so definitely subscribe to not miss it!

[ahmedmansury]

1. Start for 5mins only and then keep going
2. Do things at a specific time for like 2 hours and DO NOTHING ELSE DURING THAT TIME.
3. Ride down your to do list, so you don't think of them
4. Set deadlines for yourself to finish something early
5. Enjoy the process (otherwise you rethink your major)

[shlokmehta]

Hey, can you make a video about how are you learning data structures and algorithms as a self taught dev? Thanks.

[mohdymi]

Well, yeah, I can surely admit that this is one of the best WORK SMART NOT HARD videos! Well done man!

[paulmilakeve]

I am guilty of procrastination sometimes. Never thought about “fake” deadlines.

[revyahh]

thank you so much mate!
been struggling with time and productivity and this video completely changed everything for me, respect+.

[Jose_T]

0:50 I'm reading the same book lol (disciple of experience 🤓), have to pause the video. Great content & inspiration for all the programmers || future programmers that watch your videos

[JRom_]

I always liked the "I get to do this" mindset. That one has helped me quite a bit when I'm unmotivated about doing something.

[MikeTrif]

Considering how new you are on this platform, you're doing a better job is just a few months of posting than other youtubers are doing after years of experience. Keep it up!
P.S. The line "I wander if they hit the like button" got me hard :)) Perfect timing!

[learnloveteachrepeat]

Thank you so much for your videos, they confirm habits I’m attempting and also add more ideas for productivity as I am attempting to learn coding languages.

[VersaVerseCreations]

Yeah, I thought I just gonna watch only 1 videos of yours, I don't know how i end up watching 3 & this is the 3rd one. Probably because I had a good night sleep & wake up early this morning, or you're really good at explaining. Here's is 1 like from me from your new subscriber.

p/s: I like how you sound lazy when talking but can still manage to captured every words you said even I'm struggling with English. Love your vibe, not too loud & excited it makes me feel tired just by listening.

[Bawipaatha]

You are the best. Keep on keeping on. You are a big inspiration to me. I will follow all your ways to start learning coding and CS :)

[thelootmachine]

Lots of thanks for this video, much needed 🙏🔥

[Ben_in_k]

Two books that boosted my productivity
Atomic habits -James clear
Limitless - Jim kwik

[kennyb]

Let yourself be calm and relaxed. Working hard just means you're exhausted most of the time. How do you know you're heading in the right direction? One must live life with regular intervals of rest and reflection.

[bangerz.werker]

Thanks a lot for your content and as far as I've seen you, special thanks for this golden keys because they are quite apropiate for people who are interested in really grow through getting their goals done. Thanks a lot. 👌🏻

[atlasatlantis]

It's a Japanese trick, they commit to 1 minute. Works great with exercise too.

[Aromiiiiii]

Hahaa jääjuttu. Thanks for useful tips. I am already waiting your next video.

[ConradLiebers]

Nice video ! Like the St Pancras b-roll hahah

[slmssn]

Starting to learn how to code tahnk you sir for the videos... keep it up sir👌