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Ever tried explaining something you know well, only to realise halfway through that it's harder to explain than you thought?

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Ever tried explaining something you know well, only to realise halfway through that it's harder to explain than you thought? One underrated skill in tech is knowing how to make complex things simple. You might understand a concept perfectly, but can you explain it to someone who's just starting out? Try it today. Pick one thing you've learnt recently and explain it in simple terms. You might help someone understand what they've been struggling with, and you'll probably learn something yourself in the process. Share what you know. Someone here might need it.
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@james 2 weeks ago
So true! If you can explain a concept simply, it often means you understand it more deeply. Teaching forces you to spot the gaps in your own knowledge, too. Sometimes, the best way to learn is to help someone else understand.