## A report on my interview with my senior colleague, Dyelshak Wetshakat, regarding his experience with JavaScript programming.

**Dyelshak Wetshakat, a senior student at Blockfuse Labs**

### How would you describe your journey in programming, particularly with JavaScript?

My programming journey has been both challenging and exciting. Every day presents something new to learn, pushing me to improve constantly. It has become a way of life for me.

As for JavaScript, it's a mix of fun and frustration. Some days, it feels rewarding; other days, it’s overwhelming. But regardless of its challenges, JavaScript is essential—you simply can’t do without it.

### What challenges have you encountered?

JavaScript comes with many challenges. A piece of code may work in one instance but fail in another. It’s highly dynamic and not always straightforward. Additionally, it demands a significant amount of time and patience.

### How have you been able to cope?

You can’t entirely overcome the challenges, but you can manage them through constant practice. JavaScript requires a lot of time—sometimes up to 85% of your day. Personally, I’ve lost entire days just trying to solve problems and improve my skills.

### What advice would you give to someone learning JavaScript?

The truth is, JavaScript isn’t difficult, but it is hard. It’s not difficult in the sense that you can learn and understand it, but it’s hard because it is extremely time-consuming. If you’re used to coding for three hours a day, you’ll need at least six hours for JavaScript, aside from your regular classes.

### If you were to start learning JavaScript today, what would you do differently?

Honestly, there’s not much I would change. However, I would pay more attention to syntax because everything in JavaScript is built around it. Mastering syntax, methods, arrays, objects, and operators is crucial. When you start working with the DOM, that’s when you truly begin to understand JavaScript, as it revolves around these core concepts.