January 2026

Day 12 – RecyclerView and Adapters in Android Development

Introduction In modern Android apps, almost everything is a list. Messages, products, videos, notifications, contacts, news feeds, and settings all appear as scrolling collections of items. Behind every smooth scrolling list in an Android app is a powerful system built around RecyclerView and Adapters. For beginners, lists may look simple, but for professional developers they […]

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Day 4 – Setting Up Your Java Development Environment (JDK, IDE, Maven)

Format: Professional Foundation Guide + Long-Term Developer Mindset Introduction After twenty years of writing about software careers and observing how Java developers grow from beginners into architects, one truth stands firm: your development environment quietly shapes your discipline, confidence, and speed. Day 4 of this 26-day Java Full Stack journey focuses on setting up the

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Day 4 – Essential Skills to Start a Career in UI/UX Design

Introduction After two decades of writing and mentoring in the design and technology space, one pattern remains constant: successful UI/UX designers are not defined by tools alone, but by the depth of their thinking. Day 4 of this 26-day journey focuses on the foundational skills required to enter and sustain a career in UI/UX design

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Day 4 – HTML, CSS & JavaScript Basics for MERN Beginners

Introduction Every MERN developer dreams of building powerful React interfaces and scalable Node.js backends. But what most beginners do not realize is that every advanced MERN application is still built on three silent foundations:HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. After more than two decades of writing and reviewing web applications for startups, enterprises, and SaaS companies, I

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Day 8 – Data Storage in Android SharedPreferences SQLite and Room

Introduction Every Android app that feels intelligent and personal is powered by data. Whether it is a fitness tracker saving your steps, a shopping app remembering your cart, or a learning app storing your progress, data storage is what makes the experience continuous. Without it, every app would forget everything the moment it closes. In

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