# console.log(’Hello, world!’, ‘-introduction’);

(I know the title is cliché. I tried coming up with a better one.)

Hi, I'm Ying, a self-taught front-end developer. Welcome to my first blog post!

## A brief introduction

I am a front-end developer who primarily works with React. I also like making cool things with CSS (like this one: [a binary code background that resizes in proportion to the window width](https://codepen.io/yingmo/pen/BaJKWxR).) 

My favorite programming language is Python, and I am looking for opportunities to use it in the future! Because of that, my next step is to learn about the backend and machine learning.

I am also working to break into the industry as a front-end developer to put my skills to use and improve them.

## Why did I start blogging?

I always wanted to start my blog, but I couldn't pick a theme or topic.

One day I stumbled upon a short video on YouTube titled "**[This is the best first project for programmers 👩‍💻](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jm5s6N0R0pM)**." To my surprise, it suggested writing a blog. According to the video, it helps document the learning journey and experience. It's also a great way to keep the learners accountable.

Following the "JUST DO IT" motto, I looked up how to start a blog. I had the option of self-hosting or using a platform. I would love to host my server one day, but that was out of the scope for now. A blogging platform is more suitable at the moment.

## What Will I Write About?

I plan on writing about:

- how to learn to code
- how I debug my code
- my projects
- resources I find useful
- some motivational posts

I already have a couple of blog posts planned. Stay tuned!

## Some resources I came across about starting a blog

[If you're a developer, you should start blogging — and here's why.](https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/if-youre-a-developer-you-should-start-blogging-and-here-s-why-b5cb2951d95c/)

[How to Start a Blog [Free 70-Page Book]](https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/how-to-start-a-blog-book/)

[Technical Blogging Basics – How to Write Articles as a Developer](https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/technical-blogging-basics/)