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Your Laptop Is Overrated: 80% of Coding Can Be Done on a Phone

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  • alexdeathway@programming.devA [email protected]

    What you do?

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    Mostly experimenting with mobile coding 😅using Termux, Pydroid, and some lightweight tools to see what kind of projects you can actually build on a phone. It’s more about tinkering and learning than making anything super polished. You?

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      Most people burn money and energy chasing big machines. But here’s the truth: with Termux, you can do 60–80% of what a full computer does — straight from your phone.

      🔥 What Termux can really do:

      Full Python & Node.js development

      Run servers (Flask, Django, Express)

      Build & host websites directly

      Ethical + unethical hacking labs (Kali-style tools: metasploit, nmap, sqlmap, etc.)

      Automations & scripting that replace desktop workflows

      Git, SSH, and lightweight Docker-style experiments

      AI/ML chatbot frameworks on mobile

      It’s not just “possible” — it’s efficient. Smaller, faster, less resource-hungry. You save money, save energy, and still gain growth.

      If you’re curious, I can guide you. I’ve been building tools and experiments only on mobile, pushing the limits. Whether you want to code websites, play with AI, or dive into hacking labs — your phone is enough.

      Don’t let limits stop you. Limits sharpen growth.

      👉 If you want to learn how to push your phone beyond “normal use,” hit me up.

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      Clanker post 🤖

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        Mostly experimenting with mobile coding 😅using Termux, Pydroid, and some lightweight tools to see what kind of projects you can actually build on a phone. It’s more about tinkering and learning than making anything super polished. You?

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        Mostly ssh into server or pushing minor patches to github, or simple python programs.

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        • alexdeathway@programming.devA [email protected]

          Mostly ssh into server or pushing minor patches to github, or simple python programs.

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          Nice! SSH and minor patches are exactly the kind of stuff you can handle on a phone without going crazy. Python on the go is surprisingly smooth too 📱🐍

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          • thegreenwizard@lemmy.zipT [email protected]

            Clanker post 🤖

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            😂 Alright, clanker noted 🤖. Phones may be tiny, but sometimes they surprise you 😎. Let’s keep it friendly here

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              Yeah, Samsung DeX makes it feel almost like a laptop, but I totally get the struggle some IDEs just don’t scale well on mobile. I’ve tried lighter alternatives like a code or Termux with Vim, and it actually works surprisingly okay for small projects

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              Well, I do this for a living, so not viable I can get the proper tools. But the minute JetBrains does an Android build, I'm trying it.

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              • rikudou@lemmings.worldR [email protected]

                Well, I do this for a living, so not viable I can get the proper tools. But the minute JetBrains does an Android build, I'm trying it.

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                Ah, totally get that 😅. I’m mostly experimenting and learning on a phone myself. If you ever want to exchange ideas or share tips more directly, you can reach me on WhatsApp at +1 951 202-0587 📱. Always happy to connect with fellow coders

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                  Most people burn money and energy chasing big machines. But here’s the truth: with Termux, you can do 60–80% of what a full computer does — straight from your phone.

                  🔥 What Termux can really do:

                  Full Python & Node.js development

                  Run servers (Flask, Django, Express)

                  Build & host websites directly

                  Ethical + unethical hacking labs (Kali-style tools: metasploit, nmap, sqlmap, etc.)

                  Automations & scripting that replace desktop workflows

                  Git, SSH, and lightweight Docker-style experiments

                  AI/ML chatbot frameworks on mobile

                  It’s not just “possible” — it’s efficient. Smaller, faster, less resource-hungry. You save money, save energy, and still gain growth.

                  If you’re curious, I can guide you. I’ve been building tools and experiments only on mobile, pushing the limits. Whether you want to code websites, play with AI, or dive into hacking labs — your phone is enough.

                  Don’t let limits stop you. Limits sharpen growth.

                  👉 If you want to learn how to push your phone beyond “normal use,” hit me up.

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                  I can do most of my work from my phone and it’s great because I don’t need to carry my laptop everywhere. For unplanned interventions, it’s just awesome. Of course it’s not for the everyday work.

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                    I can do most of my work from my phone and it’s great because I don’t need to carry my laptop everywhere. For unplanned interventions, it’s just awesome. Of course it’s not for the everyday work.

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                    Yeah, I get that! Phones are surprisingly powerful these days. I sometimes feel like I’m carrying a mini workstation in my pocket. Definitely not a full replacement for heavy-duty dev work, but perfect for quick fixes or experimenting on the go

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                    • thegreenwizard@lemmy.zipT [email protected]

                      Clanker post 🤖

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                      Fuck me, it’s atrocious. And obvious. Why are people engaging with this shit?!

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