[CW] Newby to code (again)

[Richard Knoppow]

    I also find this observation interesting. I taught myself to 
touch type many years ago and found it a valuable skill. I 
discovered that I can copy something, say a book, and afterward 
have no idea what I have been typing. Those very skillful in 
reading code report the same thing; you can take down whole pages 
of code and not know what you have been writing. This applies to 
both typing and long hand. Its like there is a direct connection 
between ears and hands, or eyes and hand in the case of typing, 
with the conscious part of the brain left out. I have not 
considered it in learning code. However, I can type a lot faster 
than I can write so typing is convenient.
    I also found that at some low speed I really have to write 
code down to keep track of what I am reading. I think the limit 
is around ten wpm. At higher speeds the words just appear in my 
mind. I think this is where the books recommend copying behind. 
The whole process is very mysterious.

On 12/22/2020 8:38 AM, Steve WD8DAS via CW wrote:
>
> Bob - your experience of writing down versus typing is 
> interesting.  I have found that I have much better memory 
> retention in classes or meetings when writing notes by hand 
> rather than typing them on computer, tablet, or phone.
>
> Admittedly, though, repetition/practice seems to be needed to 
> move that info from my short-term to long-term memory.   For 
> example, around 2003 I took two semesters of Japanese and got A 
> grades both times.  But I seem to have only been putting the 
> info in short term memory as I couldn't remember much in the 
> subsequent years.  If I watch a show about Japan or listen to 
> some J-pop music I am reminded a bit, and I certainly will be 
> better equipped if I go to Japan - but I am disappointed that 
> more of the language didn't stick with me.
>
>
> Steve WD8DAS
>
> sbjohnston at aol.com
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