Beginner Here: Should I Start Over With The Odin Project?

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Hey everyone,

I’ve completed HTML and around 50% of CSS from Hitesh Choudhary’s Full Stack Udemy course.

But now I’m thinking of switching to The Odin Project because, from what I’ve seen, it seems more focused on actually learning by building things rather than just following a course.

My plan is to start The Odin Project from the beginning and properly work through it, doing the exercises and projects myself instead of just watching/consuming content.

For people who have completed or are currently doing The Odin Project, or anyone who has experience with this kind of learning approach, feel free to share your thoughts, suggestions, or anything you think I should know:

• I’m still a beginner, so is starting TOP from the beginning a good approach?
• Are there any common mistakes beginners make while following it?
• What should I focus on to actually retain what I learn?
• Should I supplement TOP with anything else, or is it better to stick with it consistently?
• Is there anything you wish you had known before starting?

I’d really appreciate any advice, criticism, or suggestions. If you think there’s a better approach than what I’m planning, feel free to share it.