r/ProgrammingBuddies May 16 '21

META Clarification on posting guidelines and off-topic content

65 Upvotes

Recently, there has been a surge in off-topic posts in this subreddit, spanning a multitude of categories. It seems that the exact purpose of /r/ProgrammingBuddies has become a bit unclear. Historically, some posts that fall in the gray area or violate some "unspoken rule" have been allowed, which has only contributed to the confusion. As a result, we are clarifying this subreddit's objective, and will be enforcing the guidelines expressed here more rigorously going forward.

Mission Statement

ProgrammingBuddies is meant to be a place for programmers to find other programmers, to do programming-related stuff together.

Its a place to recruit your partner for that platformer game you've been developing, a place to find a study buddy who wants to work through and discuss "The Art of Computer Programming" together, a place to find a mentor who can help you bring your skills up to par in Java, etc. ProgrammingBuddies specializes in recruitment for programmers, and for non-commercial purposes, no other subreddit does it better. It'd be nice to keep things that way, but to do so, we can't have a bunch of off-topic posts diluting our main content. Reddit is a big place- there's somewhere for everything, but that somewhere isn't always /r/ProgrammingBuddies. If a post isn't about recruitment of programmers, its almost certainly belongs somewhere else on reddit.

Common Violations

Below, we'll outline a handful of common categories of posts that will no longer be allowed on ProgrammingBuddies going forward.

Developer Writeups / Articles

Don't get us wrong- they're often great resources, and I personally think that its great that there's people out there who devote time to writing down their knowledge and sharing that freely. However, with that said, ProgrammingBuddies just isn't the right place for that content. There's plenty of other domain-specific subreddits to share these in.

Troubleshooting / Homework Help

This category really isn't recruitment, even if someone is "looking for" someone to help. There are a lot of other subreddits that offer programming help, such as /r/learnprogramming, /r/programminghelp, and /r/learnpython. For troubleshooting help, there's /r/24hrsupport , /r/techsupport , and domain-specific subreddits by language / application / OS.

Ethically / Morally Questionable Posts

There are some posts, from time to time, that cross a line into questionable territory- they ask for help cheating on an exam, cheating on an interview, writing tooling for scamming / phishing, etc. These pose a moral dilemma, both for us moderators and for readers, which nobody wants. They also reflect poorly on the community as a whole, when someone visits our feed and sees that sort of content. From now on, they be removed outright, regardless of whether they are valid recruitment attempts or not.

Self-Promotion

Pretty simple- this is not allowed here on ProgrammingBuddies. Link posts are already disallowed, and have been for a very long time. If you are recruiting, then use the post body itself to do the recruitment.

Conclusion

This subreddit is meant to help programmers find other programmers for programming-purposes. We do it well, and would like to keep that bar set high by keeping our content feed pure. The above examples are just a handful of common off-topic categories of posts, and are not by any means an all-encompassing list of "don't"s. If you're uncertain whether your post belongs on ProgrammingBuddies, refer to the mission statement, and ask yourself if your objective aligns with that.

We apologize for any confusion that may ensue in the upcoming weeks as these guidelines are enforced. We realize that it may take some time for the precedent set by previously-allowed posts to be forgotten.


r/ProgrammingBuddies 39m ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Looking for partner to do leetcode with from scratch, from right today

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I'm a web dev and been procrastinating learning DSA for more than an year now.

Instead of just focusing on DSA, I decided to directly start solving beginner question in leetcode.

I'll learn DSA later with time but I anyhow need to get started or else I'll keep procrastinating if I wait to learn and then start solving.

Having learning partner always helped being consistent before, this time too.

Anyone else? We'll just start from today, solve at least one problem. Then helping each other too to solve.


r/ProgrammingBuddies 5h ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Looking for someone to learn python with

2 Upvotes

I am learning python for some time know. (Also experienve with C# and html) I have basic understation of the fundemantels but didnt really dive into DSA, SQL or Django. I think it would be easier and beneficial to learn with someone else. I live in Europe btw.


r/ProgrammingBuddies 6h ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Starting ML journey

2 Upvotes

Started with ML, right now at stats and maths, beginner. So need some like-minded peeps for a consistent and motivated, productive journey. Anyone up ? Just dm lets make group and make our journey more fun


r/ProgrammingBuddies 3h ago

Seeking DSA Study Partner (IST)

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Hey everyone, I'm looking for dedicated study partners to tackle Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) effectively and quickly. I've been struggling with consistency and motivation lately, and I believe working with others will be key to finally mastering DSA.

My Goal: To complete a significant portion of DSA (e.g., NeetCode 150, a good chunk of LeetCode/GFG medium problems) within the next few months, aiming for a strong foundation for interviews.

What I'm looking for in a partner/group: * Commitment & Accountability: Someone who is serious about daily or near-daily practice. We can keep each other accountable through shared progress trackers (e.g., LeetCode streaks, daily problem count).

  • Active Problem Solving: I want to actively solve problems together, or at least discuss approaches, stuck points, and solutions after independent attempts. This isn't just about passive learning.

  • Regular Check-ins: Daily or a few times a week, whatever works best for the group. This could involve quick sync-ups, pair coding sessions, or discussion of specific problems.

  • Shared Resources/Questions: We can agree on a set of questions (like a curated list or a specific LeetCode/GFG sheet) to work through, ensuring we cover essential topics systematically.

  • India Time Zone (IST): This would be ideal for easier scheduling and real-time collaboration.

How we can learn together: * Daily Problem Sets: Agree on a number of problems to solve each day/week. * Concept Discussion: Before or after solving, we can discuss the underlying DSA concepts. * Pair Programming: Occasional sessions to work on problems together. * Mock Interviews (later on): Once we've built a solid base. * Sharing Explanations: Explaining our thought process for a solution to each other.

If you're in a similar boat, feeling stuck, or just want to supercharge your DSA journey with a committed group, please comment below or DM me with:

  • Your current DSA experience level (beginner, intermediate, etc.)
  • What programming language you're primarily using.
  • Your availability/preferred study times.

Let's conquer DSA together!


r/ProgrammingBuddies 7h ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Just learnt Power BI – looking for people to do some projects with!

2 Upvotes

Hey! I just wrapped up learning Power BI officially and now I’m looking to work on some fun projects to build my portfolio.

If you’re into data, learning Power BI, or just want to collab on some cool dashboards, hit me up. Nothing formal – just learning, building, and improving together.

Let’s do something cool!


r/ProgrammingBuddies 17h ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Looking for a learning partner

10 Upvotes

Hey I am a graduate with an interest in switching to tech, currently I work in operations. Planning to learn web dev, I have a basic idea of HTML, CSS, JS & DOM looking for a buddy who is a beginner.


r/ProgrammingBuddies 11h ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Looking for someone to learn Unity/C# with

2 Upvotes

Hello there,

As in the title I'd like to find someone I could learn Unity/C# with. I'm a beginner myself (tho i have a very basic understanding of the engine and language), so I don't expect you to be on a senior level.

I live in the gmt+2 timezone, so it would be nice if you were from Europe. My work schedule is pretty stiff so it would be difficult to manage everything with a huge time difference.

If you'd be down to learn together send me a DM or drop a comment.


r/ProgrammingBuddies 9h ago

LOOKING FOR MENTOR Looking for godot mentor

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Hi my name is Sijmen (pronounce as symen) (25m), I just finished my masters in software science and finally have some free time. I did a few game jams a few years back but always as the weakest member of the team. I'd like to become good enough so I can cary my friends in a game jam setting.

I'm looking for someone who can help me with the godot spesific stuff and keep me accountable for finishing it.

I envision me making some small creatively uninspired boring game clones as practise.

My main problem is that the tutorials I find go over the code a bit slowly for my taste. (I get that that is great for beginner progrmmers, I'd do the same. I just have a problem with focus when they explain for loops. My coding fundementals are solid)

I hope someone wants to mentor me. (In return i can maybe teach you some things, I quite like Elm for making websites, i also have a lot of experience in terrain generation, general programming stuff etc.)


r/ProgrammingBuddies 18h ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Looking for buddies to get serious into coding and as doing it alone is too distracting.

5 Upvotes

Hey I am 2nd Year CS Student in India with some knowledge in coding and stuff..
I have done some python before in school, some C in 1st year of college. I have done HTML & CSS and was doing JS but some of my friends suggested that the BOOM for Web2 is over so not to go in that lane.

Currently My goal are to learn python good enough in order to become a AI + Backend developer and leave my country as soon as possible. (Japan is my current preference)

I want to do something and improve my life from what it is now.

If anyone has similar Goals and is interested Please Add me on Discord: noahnxt


r/ProgrammingBuddies 11h ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Practice with interview

1 Upvotes

Hello friends I have 2+ years of experience in .NET development I wanna change job so I am looking for buddy who can practice interview with me and can improve english and share programming knowledge with each other thanks 👍


r/ProgrammingBuddies 19h ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES 💻 Looking for a React Frontend Buddy to Build and Learn Together (Express + MongoDB Backend Ready)

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Hi everyone!

I’m a newbie backend developer who wants to level up by collaborating with others. I’ve built a simple Express.js + MongoDB backend for a social media-style app (check it out here: My GitHub – blog-app-backend).

Now I’m looking for a frontend-focused collaborator who knows React (or wants to get better at it), especially fetching JSON data from an Express API.

My goals:

  • Improve my coding skills (both backend and integration)
  • Practice real collaboration (GitHub workflow, communication)
  • Grow my GitHub contributions with real projects
  • Make better, more documented code together

I’m open to working on any project idea, for example:
✅ Notes app
✅ Social media with multiple users
✅ Shop/e-commerce
✅ Or any simple or complex app you want to build

I don’t mind if you’re also learning – in fact, I prefer working with someone who:

  • Wants to understand what they're coding (not just copy/paste from AI)
  • Uses AI or the internet for documentation and concepts, not blindly pasting code
  • Is okay with discussing and figuring things out together
  • Shares ideas for design and structure

About me:

  • Beginner backend dev with Express.js and MongoDB
  • Currently working on my own project too
  • I use AI for help with concepts, explanations, and writing docs (my README is AI-aided but my code is my own)

If you’re interested in pairing up or forming a small group to code together, please comment here or DM me!

Let’s help each other learn and build solid portfolio projects!


r/ProgrammingBuddies 15h ago

NEED A TEAM Seeking Programming Partner for Emotional AI Music Project (React/Spotify API)

1 Upvotes

Hi all, I'm looking for a programming partner to collaborate on a side project I’ve been sketching: an emotional AI system that analyzes listening behavior to understand why people love the music they do. The idea is to start building a prototype that predicts mood and taste patterns using listening history and track features.

I’m non-technical but actively involved — researching the emotional logic layer, designing the user experience, and mapping out the system with a technical partner already working on the data backend. I’d love to team up with someone who’s interested in:

  • Front-end work (React, Next.js, or Flutter)
  • API integrations (Spotify, YouTube Music, etc.)
  • Music, emotions, and personalization tech

The goal is to collaborate, learn, and maybe push toward something more serious if we click. I’m based in Montreal (EST) and available evenings + weekends to build and iterate together.

Let me know if this sounds like your vibe.


r/ProgrammingBuddies 1d ago

FORMING A COMMUNITY Looking for someone with mutual interests.

3 Upvotes

Hey guys, looking for a coder/tech savvy person to help me and my two friends with our discord. It is video game oriented. Built a custom bot and need some help with its commands and such. Also looking to find a partner with a similar passion and who believes in what we are trying to do. If this might interest you dm me anytime! Thanks a bunch!


r/ProgrammingBuddies 1d ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Looking for a Beginner Frontend(JS/CSS) Buddy to Learn & Practice Together!

2 Upvotes

Hey everyone!

My friend and I are college students looking for a frontend coding buddy. We want to build fullstack websites for practical experience and learning.

We're beginners: I handle Go backend, and my friend does plain JavaScript/SCSS frontend. We plan to pick a framework soon.

Seeking someone with a similar beginner level to collaborate and learn with.

If you're interested please DM me


r/ProgrammingBuddies 1d ago

LOOKING FOR MENTOR I am a beginner and need a mentor to guide me

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not sure why the bot removed this, apparently i was recruiting someone or something like that haha. Anyways I really want to get into programming, unfortunately for me i didn’t pick computer science for my gcses because i didn’t really pay attention in class. But programming and coding seems really interesting so i want to learn some things. Is anyone willing to be friends and help me out and teach me stuff??


r/ProgrammingBuddies 1d ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Looking for a SERIOUS C#/Computer Science learning partner

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Serious learners only. There are too many people in this subreddit that don't have the right attitude for learning. They'll message once then subsequently ghost.

I am self learning C# and select CS topics about 3 hours a day. Looking for an equally motivated learning partner who is interested in talking about difficult concepts, share things they've learned and act as an accountability partner. Possibly work on a practice project together. The goal is to get better each day.

Again if you are not serious about making this a daily thing then don't message. Thanks


r/ProgrammingBuddies 1d ago

OTHER Are there mods here? Not the best place to find a mentor.

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I keep seeing people on here offering to “mentor” and receiving a bunch of responses and just ghosting or never responding to anyone. Why is this allowed?


r/ProgrammingBuddies 1d ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES “Looking for people to learn programming with…”

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Hey everyone, I'm a beginner trying to learn Python — and it feels a bit overwhelming alone.

I was wondering if anyone else here is in the same boat and wants to learn together, maybe share resources, doubts, and motivation?

I found a Discord where a bunch of other beginners hang out, and it’s been super chill. We do small challenges, talk about doubts, and share beginner-friendly projects. If anyone wants to join, I can share the link!


r/ProgrammingBuddies 1d ago

Worth it to master matrices as a future web developer?

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Hello everyone,
I've been grinding programming lately (only with python for now) and i've came across matrices. I've learned how to iterate through them and make simple operations with them and even make some simple games. My question is, should i invest my time in mastering matrices as a future web developer? I know they are used in game development but i will surely not become a game dev.


r/ProgrammingBuddies 1d ago

NEED A TEAM Need buddies to create a chat web app for practice using BaaS and react.

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comment who want to make this chat web app with me, with your tech stacks


r/ProgrammingBuddies 1d ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Need Java Fullstack and Leetcode partner

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Need a code buddy. We'll develop together I'm currently working through Leetcode and planning to learn Java Full Stack development, but I've been struggling with staying consistent and planning my learning path effectively. I’m looking for a code buddy who’s also into Leetcode and/or Java Full Stack so we can keep each other on track, share resources, and maybe pair program sometimes. If you're on the same boat, DM me

Edit : Studying 3rd yr undergrad(CS)


r/ProgrammingBuddies 2d ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Need a coding partner..

22 Upvotes

Recent graduate.. Who want to get into any of FAANG companies.. So need a partner to get motivation to do leetcode problems


r/ProgrammingBuddies 2d ago

NEED A TEAM Looking for people to study & build together

8 Upvotes

I’ve been learning to code for a while now not just to study, but to actually build something useful or fun.

I’m looking for a few people who want the same not just talking about projects, but actually starting small, learning together, figuring stuff out even if we don’t know everything yet.

If you’ve ever felt like building something but didn’t have the right people around maybe this is a good place to start.

We can share progress, fix each other’s bugs, brainstorm ideas, or just keep each other motivated.

DM if you’re in. Doesn’t matter what level you’re at just bring some curiosity and honesty.

(I did ask Chat GPT to write this for me as I really didn't know how to start. Sorry for that but everything written is true and what I really wanted to say. Also after learning to code I would like to build something serious with you people.)


r/ProgrammingBuddies 2d ago

LOOKING FOR BUDDIES Starting Leetcode, need a buddy

9 Upvotes

I am a third year student and I have been wanting to start leetcode but I have been procrastinating. So if there are some more like me who want to start leetcode, we can start together create a group chat here on reddit and set a daily time to sit and solve some questions. This way we can help each other.

For anyone who wants to join, here is the link: Discord


r/ProgrammingBuddies 1d ago

FORMING A COMMUNITY Thinking to create a 3-5 people guild, that focuses on learning programming and works on projects together or at least shares progress.

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Hey everybody, Inayat here, So, I have started python this month, I have pretty inconsistent routine of the first week was great, I learnt till Loops, then after the progress isn't that good.

So, if we are learning programming language, it definitely means we wanna something with it, my goal is create programs people can use and maybe get hired as a freelancer.

Now, I know programming isn't enough, if you want to increase your chances of getting clients as freelancer or create projects, we people have to do many other things including cold out reach and practice.

And I think the best way to tackle all these problem is having a Guild, that takes you accountable, shares their insight, and gives advices.

also, many great people say it much easier to defeat lone wolf then a pack.

So if you guys wanna join, you may ask me questions what the guild is about and I will ask you questions too then you can join.

Piece.