To be honest, I initially believed that Python was related to snakes. I pictured myself coding with one eye open, anticipating something to hiss at me. 
Python turns out to be much more enjoyable and far less hazardous. 
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I approached coding with a combination of curiosity and perplexity. My first genuine effort was with JavaScript, but despite its strength, it seemed like trying to decipher a book written in symbols. I then came upon Python. And for the first time, the code made sense. 

It sounds almost like simple English. I could concentrate on the rationale rather than battling the syntax. I was still making mistakes; missing colons were my nemesis, but every one taught me something new. I overcame my fear of breaking things and began to look forward to fixing them. 
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I started creating basic programs gradually. I began experimenting with Python's data manipulation capabilities and composing scripts to automate tedious operations. I even tried my hand at artificial intelligence, which I never thought I would be able to comprehend, let alone appreciate. 

The greatest aspect? Starting didn't make me feel the need to be a genius. Only a little bit of curiosity and the willingness to make mistakes and keep going. 
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I'm still learning, and I'll probably always be. However, Python transformed what I anticipated would be a frustrating experience into something I actually look forward to. 

*Therefore, if you're considering whether coding is for you while standing on the edge, try Python. It may not bite.*

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