Hot take: My neighbor's kid made me rethink how I learn new code

He's 14 and told me he just picks a small project, like a simple calculator, and starts googling every single error. He said 'I don't read the whole tutorial first, I just try to build it.' I've been stuck trying to learn Python 'the right way' from a book for months. Anyone else learn better by just jumping into a project?

Just blew $300 on a 'high-temp' gasket that failed in 2 days

Supplier swore it was rated for 850F, but it blew out on a standard boiler feed pump flange at our plant. Anyone know a brand that actually holds up under pressure?

Rant: Had to pick between finishing The Bear or starting Severance last weekend

My friend said I had to watch Severance right away, but I was only three episodes into The Bear's new season. I picked The Bear, and honestly, I binged the whole thing in one night and was too fried to start anything else. Anyone else get stuck in a show hole after a big binge?

Showerthought: From my last trip, I learned that avoiding reusable gear can actually be a budget win. Why is that so unpopular?

When the line grinds to a halt over one item, what's your move?

I debate between being patient (which is hard) and quietly fuming. Last week, a coupon dispute took ages. Do you switch lanes or wait it out?