Anyone have a go-to way of getting your motivation up? I've kind of hit a snag where I want to code but never really get down to doing it.

Instead of wanting to code, try having a specific thing that you want to make. There's an app called programming ideas for android (might have an ios version, dunno) that provides a lot of ideas. If you like maths there's project euler or similar things. Or try CTFs for challenges in all kinds of areas.

Doing this is the difference for me between me wasting days doing nothing, or wasting nights because I don't want to stop programming.

Good luck!

When I feel useless or have a lack of motivation, I like to turn on some synthwave/darkwave 80s mixes (no vocals). This really gets me in the mood of wanting to code 24h straight 😁
https://youtu.be/NyfL9LC1DC4

@Fydrenak, thanks. I've touched on a few of those in the past, but it looks like I need to visit them again. Luckily I live in a city with great meetups so I'll probably sign up for the next Project Euler one.

@maltedMilk , that sounds good too. It's a good thing it's summertime, thanks.

@qbasic16, interesting. I'll give it a shot, thanks.

@Vexcra Not gonna help you now, but when you do have motivation and are working on a project, be sure to write down all new ideas. Whenever you think "damn I wish there was a library that makes x easier", write it down for later.

When I'm learning a new language, I often try to port my favorite packages from a known language. That way, I get experience, and can contribute a little to a smaller ecosystem which still needs to grow.

@bittersweet
Kewl beans, thanks

Been there. Now what I do is try to stay involved in the community. I go to workshops, meetups and "hack nights" when I'm feeling stuck. Either I get ideas and support for my projects or I join someone else, then become inspired to code again. Along the way, new and better solutions or practices may come.

Having projects to work on is always healthy, but sometimes even then, it's hard to keep going. Doing it surrounded by peers is a way to get into the mood again.

Also try hackerrank's 30 Days of Code and Project Euler!

And read cool articles on Medium, too. XD