Practicing IT skills at home is a challenging decision, whether it involves Microsoft Word, graphic design, Python, marketing, or any other skill set.
Practice entails taking practical action based on your learning. For instance, if you’ve acquired knowledge about the Table option in Microsoft Word, it’s crucial to create a document for practice that incorporates the Table option.
Practice entails taking practical action based on your learning. For instance, if you’ve acquired knowledge about the Table option in Microsoft Word, it’s crucial to create a document for practice that incorporates the Table option.
Likewise, if you’ve invested time in learning the basics of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, you should strive to build at least a simple single-page website. This is what practicing means.
Many individuals or students, especially those new to the IT field, struggle to do this on their own. While you can find a few exercise ideas or practices here and there, consistency is often hampered by a lack of motivation and ideas.
This is a common issue for students learning IT skills through platforms like YouTube or online courses. It’s not that these resources lack ideas for practice; rather, the challenge arises when you encounter bugs or errors while trying to implement what you’ve learned.
During such times, although you can search on Google or use AI tools to ask questions, you may not receive personalized help, which is a significant obstacle in online learning.
Here are the top 6 smart ways to practice IT skills at home:
If you are facing these problems in online learning or are simply looking to practice IT skills at home for any reason, I will share some effective and consistent solutions.
1. Create a Plan
When you sit in front of the computer, it’s highly important to have a plan or an idea of what to practice. For example, if you’re learning Microsoft Word, and yesterday you practiced certificate design, today you can plan to practice creating business cards. This structured approach to practice is a method I have used for many years.
2. Schedule Your Practice Sessions
Allocate at least 1 to 2 hours early in the morning or at any other convenient time of the day for your practice. This allows you to prepare your mind and body and manage any family obligations in advance.
3. Get Ideas for Practice and Bookmark Them
Research, communicate, seek help, and create a list of ideas and topics to practice. Here are some ideas you can implement in various IT fields:
a. Research Free Video Tutorials: Look for practical and easy-to-follow video tutorials related to your IT subject on platforms like YouTube.
For example, I created video tutorials for students to practice various Word options in a single exercise. Below is the list of Tutorials:
i. How to create a professional-looking certificate design in Word | Step-by-Step Tutorial in Hindi
ii. How to Create Organizational Charts in Microsoft Word (Sep 2023) | Step-by-Step
iii. How to Create Modern Business Card Design in MS Word | Step-by-Step Detailed Tutorial
These are examples related to Microsoft Word. But if you’re learning Python or Coding or Web Development or Marketing or SEO or any other you have to find such video tutorials on your own.
b. Find Online Courses with Exercises: Search for online courses related to your IT subject and read reviews related to exercises in the comments or feedback section.
c. Explore Websites and Blogs for Ideas: Many websites and blogs share beginner-level ideas for practice in programming and graphic design. Look for posts like this: 22 Best Basic Microsoft Word Practice Exercises for Beginners
4. Work on Your Own Projects
One of the best ways to practice IT skills is by working on your own projects, whether it’s software development, web development, SEO, social media marketing, advertising, or sales. Think of a simple idea or solution and start working on it. When you tackle real problems, you’ll learn a lot.
For example, if you want to practice computer hardware and maintenance skills, purchase a faulty PC or laptop and start repairing it. This hands-on experience is valuable practice.
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5. Follow a Mentor
Connecting with someone who excels in your field of study or profession is a great idea. Seek out individuals and experts online, message them, and discuss the challenges you face in practicing IT skills at home. They can provide guidance and motivation.
I do not want to promote myself in this post, but if you’re unable to discuss your learning and motivational problems then you can talk to me. Use the contact form on this website or reach out to me through our social media pages. I will be there for my readers, clients, and students.
6. Join 1:1 Live Online Classes or Hire a Virtual Private Tutor
Consider one-to-one live online classes, especially if you’re learning on your own. A good tutor will provide regular classes, assign practice exercises, and offer feedback, helping you stay disciplined and make steady progress.
In conclusion, I will say that you really have to try new ways of learning and practicing those that are practical and excite you. You can’t stay longer in your current situation. Nothing is perfect in this world. We have problems in everything. But now we have to change our angle. We need to look at what’s positive or what is good and then move that. Ignore the negatives such as paying fees and focus on your goals. Especially if you want to learn and grow faster in your career and business.
That’s it!