Learning how to program is a daunting task for anyone who embarks upon it. TV shows like Mr. Robot in a darkly spellbinding way add some twisted glamour to the art of thinking like a computer.At the end of the day, programming is like any other skill, plus some specialization.The list of tools in your apparatus, at your ready that you’re going to need in order to succeed at becoming a programmer (or whatever title floats your boat), is simple (contingent on how hard the inner cynic inside of you rages):Some books, courses, tutorials, etc.PatienceThe ability to struggle and persevereThe ability to ask the right questionsA laptopAn text editor/IDE (to start off with)A group/partner for feedback and accountability (optional)But most of all, above anything else mentioned before, you’re going to need…a GROWTH MINDSETPhoto by Rod Long from UnsplashI remember being assigned the book Mindset: The Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck for summer homework before freshman year of high school. It went over extensively in detail that very concept.But the meaning behind it is obviously self-explanatory. You’re either growing, or you’re dying.Now with that, I want to provide for any new people who are considering jumping into programming, or already on their journey learning the craft, five tips that’ll give them in a better frame of mind overall.Even if you’re interested in learning how to code because of the financial prospects, you shouldn’t be or feel deterred from doing your best to get ahead of the learning curve and gain a valuable skillset.According to CompTIA, there are 1.6 million+ software developers and web developers employed, and an estimated 307,000 new jobs added annually. Since 2010 to now, it ranks 4th out of 22 industries in terms of job creation.The future is tech, and those who go to claim a…