Hi Codeforces!
I'm still a beginner here—just started recently. In this short journey, I made a few small mistakes. Sharing them here in case it helps someone else who’s new like me.

1. Solving problems by looking at tags
In the beginning, I didn't know how to approach problems, so I used tags. Now I realize it's better to think by myself and struggle a bit—that's how real learning happens.

2. Ignoring editorials
When I got WA, I used to get frustrated. Now I read editorials, try to understand the solution, and then solve again. It helps a lot.

3. Random practice
I used to solve problems without a plan. Now I try to practice by rating—like only solving 800–1000 rated problems for a few days.

4. Giving up too quickly
I used to feel like “I can't do this.” But now I know everyone learns step by step. Consistency matters.

Final Note:

I'm still learning. If you’ve made similar mistakes or have any tips, feel free to share in the comments.

— @Abdul_Alim