Start Here — The Survival Diaries

 

 1. Welcome section

Welcome to Ndilly’s Life Journal, home of The Survival Diaries.
This blog follows the real journey of a Computer Science student navigating university life, coding challenges, health, faith, and personal growth.

If you're new here, start from the beginning to follow the story in order.

 2. What this blog is about

This is not just a tech blog.
It’s a digital journal documenting the real experience of studying Computer Science—balancing deadlines, burnout, learning new technologies, and building a future in software development while growing as a person.

3. How to read The Survival Diaries (VERY important)

Each post is an episode in a continuous journey.
To get the full experience, read them in order:

📚 The Survival Diaries - Episode List

  • Episode 1 - Finding Your Place in Computer Science
  • Episode 2 - Does GPA Matter in Computer Science?
  • Episode 3 - Is Computer Science Worth It?
  • Episode 4 - Surviving Computer Science
  • Episode 5 - The Reality of Being a Computer Science Student
👉 Start with Episode 1: Finding Your Place in Computer Science

 

Written by Selma “Ndilly” Nghinamanu
Computer Science Student | Software Engineer | Founder 

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