Issues of a virgin programmer, hidden bugs

working on a project can be a rewarding but challenging experience. It requires dedication, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot issues that may arise. This was the case for me recently when I spent almost my whole day off working on a corpus for penny and updating some code.

I had been working on a program for Penny for some time and was excited to see it coming together. However, I realized that I had rushed through some of the coding and had not paid enough attention to ensuring that all aspects of the program were functioning correctly. After a few refactors, I noticed that some of my working code had disappeared, and I couldn't remember how I had implemented it in the first place.

To make matters worse, I had overwritten my backups, thinking that everything was working fine. I learned the hard way that it is crucial to not only save your work but also regularly make backups in case something goes wrong. This experience taught me the importance of double-checking my work and ensuring that all components of the program are functioning as intended.

In the process of updating the program, I also encountered issues where new code conflicted with existing code. Sometimes, these conflicts were not immediately apparent in the output, making it challenging to identify the source of the problem. Despite no errors, syntax errors, or tracebacks, there were still issues that needed to be resolved.

Through these challenges, I learned valuable lessons about the importance of thorough testing and attention to detail in programming. It is essential to take the time to review your work, test all aspects of the program, and make backups to avoid losing progress. These experiences have made me a more cautious and meticulous programmer, ensuring that I thoroughly check my work before moving forward with any updates or changes.