Problem Solving.
Blocked on a simple problem:
While working on the the capitalize challenge, I had problems with the function not returning the modified sentence with just the first letter of each word capitalized.
I used the "debugging" technique to solve the problem. I added console logs to the code and carefully went through each step of the process to see where the issue was. After a while a figured out that I had made a simple error by mislabeling the string.
I felt a little silly and fustrusted afterwards as it was such simple error that took up to much time to fix and realised afterwards that I just need to keep my cool and apply one of the problem-solving techniques earlier.
Elegantly solved a problem:
Another time, while working on the super-fizz challenge, I was stuck on a problem where the function was still not returning a modifed array.
I used the "trying something" technique and tested out the .map method, which ended up being giving me the correct output.
This time I felt pretty good about myself for quickly finding the solution and for trusting my intuition.
Reflecting on problem-solving techniques:
Pseudocode: Super handy for pre planning a block of code.
Trying something: I use this one a lot but not very efficient technique at this stage with my current programming experience.
Rubber ducky method: Simple technique that I find helpful with clarifying my thoughts and debugging issues.
Reading error messages: Pretty straight forward, I feel like I just need to build up coding experience to be able uitilize this one more effectivly.
Console.logging: Super handy for breaking down code and finding issues.
Googling: By far my most used technique, a lot of helpful info on the internet.
Asking your peers for help: One of the techniques I need to work on and should utilize more.
Asking coaches for help: Another technique I need more work on.
Improving your process with reflection: I feel Im quite good at being able to step back and analyize my work.