In this episode of Blogging for Programmers, I want to help you avoid one of the mistakes I have tended to make myself. Writing about code I haven’t actually written and tested. It is a lot like promising to write about a picture you haven’t yet taken and may never actually exist. By ensuring that the code works first, you can fill in the narrative and be sure that the code and screen shots you may need won’t need to change because you are wrong about a concept.

Key Points

• Write and verify your code before blogging.
• Use real examples to support your narrative.
• Avoid relying on screenshots as they can date your content.
• Ensure your code works before filling in the narrative.
• Walk through your code to understand its functionality.
• Refine your examples to fit your narrative.
• Be prepared for unexpected results in coding.
• Explain each concept clearly in your writing.
• Stay updated with changes in technology to keep content relevant.