Had the best experience. The video tutorials were easy to follow and slack helps a whole lot.
I have some issues focusing so this workshop might not be the best for me as Matt tends to make "mistakes" and change his mind quite often and since the videos are not edited (or not much), it can sometimes get really confusing and frustrating. It's good to see that even an experienced coder like Matt has to think and sometimes just do different things before getting it right, but when he summarizes everything, he can be quite messy using the wrong terms, when it's already a really complex and confusing matter. Apart from that, I still like how Matt is funny and engaging, how he guides you to complete the final project, the course is packed with info and the project is quite fun.
I just completed the SheCodes Basics course, and I loved it! I was always too scared to try to learn to code, I thought I did not have enough time nor the right skills but thanks to this course I learned quickly while having fun and playing with my creativity. The lessons and challenges are well structured and I completed this course despite having a busy schedule. The SheCodes team on Slack supported me when I felt stuck on a challenge, but honestly, the video lessons are so well done that I managed to solve my problems by following Matt's suggestions most of the time. Overall, I liked very much this course and I'm even more excited to continue my coding journey!
It was my first time and I was able to get through the lessons and the videos were clear and informative.
I am satisfied with Shecodes basic. The lesson videos are short, concise, and entirely understandable for beginners. The schedule is flexible as well and I have a chance of reviewing the previous lessons with the help of assignments. If we face some problems in coding, the SheCodes community is willing to help and solve them together which is really friendly and warm.
I recently completed the SheCodes Basics Add-On workshop, and it was a truly enriching experience. Although it came with its challenges, the clear and engaging instructional videos helped me push through and build both confidence and skills. Iβm proud of what I achieved and excited to continue my coding journey.
I had a great time learning with SheCodes. Every video is easy to understand and the challenges are fun, stimulating and great to apply everything you've learned and a little bit more. Matt is a great instructor and when a problem comes up everyone on the SheCodes team is super fast to help (Kim helped me and the answer was super sweet and helpful) I 100% reccomend SheCodes!
I liked the videos a lot and she codes slack is very useful. Also thank you for sharing the finished projects I love to review them.
This is a very powerful course! I want to express my deepest gratitude to Matt and the whole SheCodes team for giving me the opportunity to learn how to program and have a lot of fun doing it! The classes are structured in such a way that in short video lessons, Matt shows and tells the material in great detail, and then offers to do a small task to consolidate. And this is very cool, because as we go from easier tasks to more complex ones, we learn to enjoy codin
The follow up and response on she codes is fantastic, the tutorial videos are helpful and the explanations are understandable The existence of Etna's coding guide, which is excellent in describing and explaining the code, this course was very wonderful for me.
As the initial Basics course, the add-on has easy-to-follow video modules with Matt giving clear instructions and manageable challenges to test and apply your knowledge. A great building block for foundational HTML, CSS and javascript learning!
I am in a middle of a career change and wanted to try coding to see if this was something I can do and most importantly want to do for a new path in my life. I was nervous at first about these courses being online, but SheCodes made it very easy to do and having the videos to go back and listen to Matt's instructions worked better then in-person classes. I loved it and found out I am not bad at coding! I am looking forward to learning more in the other advanced courses in SheCodes. Don't be scared to learn something new at any age. Spoken from a 44 years old π.
I learnt how to embed videos, posts, etc from different platforms like YouTube or Instagram :)
Three weeks ago I knew absolutely nothing about coding. I can't believe how much I have learnt in 3 weeks! The layout of the workshop was easy to follow and engaging; each lesson consisted of a video lesson, a challenge to complete and a suggested solution for the challenge. I have thoroughly enjoyed SheCodes Basics and would recommend it to anyone starting their coding journey.
Easy to follow the video instructions and creating you first Weather App. Was exciting!
If you are unsure whether you'd like a career in coding, then SheCodes Basics is definitely a beneficial course to take. All videos and format were clear to follow along. If you have any questions along the way then Slack has been a great tool to get help.
To be honest, this course was very difficult about to JavaScript lessons, it wasn't easy to understand and I needed a lot of help from the teachers and I also had to inform myself with other videos. I thought maybe I wouldn't be able to understand and that I should finish the course but I was wrong. To Anyone reading this review I want to say don't give up!
It was a great experience!! I learned the basics about Front, the videos were very clear, and now I want to do the next nevel. When I started the course, I didn't know anything about HTML, CSS and JavaScript, now I can understand the front code and give some good ideas. Thank you for all!!
I enjoyed the course a lot. This one was a bit more challenging than others, but I did it well despite having a job. Matt is a great instructor and has clear pronunciation. The exercises keep everything interactive unless you're learning through videos. Taking these 4 level courses is just what you need if you don't have time all day. Plus the team is fully supportive and accessing the community in Slack is a huge bonus.
Thank you Matt for the class! it was so helpful and I could understand all the videos. I would like to take the next class to continue learn about code.
I loved the workshop. I have learned a lot in 3 weeks. Matt's short videos are well-detailed and easy to understand. I would recommend this workshop to all who want to start coding especially the ones that are intimidated by learning new skills this is the best workshop.
I had a fantastic time immersing myself in this course and creating my very own portfolio website. What I appreciate most about Matt's teaching style is his willingness to make mistakes in his videos, as it demonstrates that finding the root problem and exploring various solutions is an integral part of the development process. I'm excited to continue on this fascinating and enjoyable journey, and I'm eagerly looking forward to the next course!
Great introduction to coding!! Was fun learning the basics and seeing what I can create. Would definetly recommend to anyone wanting to learn or brush up their skills. Love that we have access to the videos forever so we can always refresh if needed :)
Having been interested in getting to know how to code for the longest time, SheCodes Basics gave me the opportunity to get a taste of what it is all about. With an easy to follow video tutorials and insightful coding exercises, I'd really recommend those interested to try the workshop themselves!
Really enjoyed the Basics course. Matt's videos are easy to understand and they're not too long. So, it's easy to suqeeze in some lessons after my normal work :) Working on the final project was great, seeing how finally everything came together and I created a whole page from scratch. It's pretty fun getting started with the SheCodes materials.
This was a lovely little project! Fun to do in just a couple days' work. Very thorough videos as always!
Enjoyed this course but a lot of tutorial videos would show you one thing and the challenge to follow would be something unrelated and not yet taught which was frustrating. Also, having to use codesandbox when the tutorial videos are shown in VS Code made it more difficult to learn.
I recently attended the SheCodes Basics workshop and I must say, it was a truly enlightening experience. As someone who had zero coding experience before, I was a bit apprehensive about whether I would be able to understand the concepts being taught. However, the workshop was organized in such a way that even a complete beginner like myself could follow along. The instructor Matt was knowledgeable, patient and engaging, taking the time to explain each concept thoroughly in the bite sized videos. The hands-on exercises were particularly helpful in solidifying the concepts I had learned and giving me a chance to put my newfound knowledge into practice. What I appreciated most about the workshop was its emphasis on problem solving.By the end of the workshop, I felt a real sense of accomplishment, having gained a foundational understanding of coding that I never thought was possible. Overall, I highly recommend SheCodes Basics workshop to anyone who is interested in learning how to code. It is an excellent starting point for beginners and will leave you feeling motivated and excited to continue your coding journey. Thank you SheCodes Team π©π½βπ» π πΏπ¦
SheCodes has been for me the perfect start to learn how to code. I get excited with every challenge and had a lot of fun doing my final project. I'm already very proud of myself for all I've learned and done. Thank you for the excellent explanations and clear videos.
Before doing the SheCodes Basic Workshop, I thought coding was way over my head. I had watched a few youtube videos and nothing seemed to make sense. It was like everyone was speaking a different language. But this workshop made everything so easy to understand. I felt a huge sense of accomplishment after just the first few lessons. Matt made learning the basics of coding a lot of fun and very exciting!
I really enjoyed learning coding with the videos from SheCodes. Matt explains the content clearly and understandably, so even beginners can follow along!
I enjoyed SheCodes. I learnt a lot and am so glad I did this course. Not only did the assignments and homework after each lesson help me retain the information, but the solution videos also helped me understand where improvement is required. 10/10, recommend.
I just want to say thanks to such a good and fun way of learning. The way it is working with the little videos and then tha challenge after, it is perfekt! Hade so much fun, looking forward to continue with the pro class!
I recently completed the SheCodes Plus course and overall, I found it to be quite challenging. However, with the help of the SheCodes team and their well-explained videos, I was able to successfully navigate my way through the course material. One thing that I really appreciated about the course was how organised it was. The videos were broken down into manageable chunks, which made it easier to focus on one concept at a time. Additionally, the course structure was clear and easy to follow, which helped me stay on track throughout the program. Overall, I would highly recommend SheCodes Plus to anyone looking to learn how to code. While it was definitely challenging, the course was well-structured and the support provided by the SheCodes team was top-notch. I feel confident that I have gained a solid foundation in coding and am excited to continue learning and growing in this field.
Loved it! Really liked the way of learning, watch a video, try a task and then find the answer. Straightforward to follow and learned so much thank you
This was a very interesting challenge for me. However, I was able to follow Matt's instructions and videos to help me navigate the systems and follow along.
I really enjoyed this workshop! The videos were easy to follow and everything was explained well. The resources provided were also great and helped clarify things I didn't quite understand. I definitely want to continue on with the other workshops after this one!
The course was insightful and having to solve the tasks made it easier to understand. It was easy to understand the videos and easy access to help if you get stuck with a task.
Incredible experience, easy instructions to follow. The team is very supportive through Slack, I loved watching the videos, Matt is very patient. I had a great time and totally recommended!!!!!
It was a great workshop. Each time, there is something new and exciting to learn. The videos explaining the material are short and very clear, making it really easy to keep up with everything. The challenges are a great way to put to practice what you learn and gain a better understanding of it. The final projects are fun to work on, as you can practice, and they also allow you to explore and learn more. I recommend this workshop 100%!!
I've been wanting to learn the basics of coding, and SheCode made it easy with their step-by-step video in each lesson and the online support they've provided. Thank you, Matt!
This course was wonderful and simple to follow. I was a bit hesitant to begin with, but I am so glad that I enrolled and now working towards a career change from the fashion industry into tech. Matt explained everything in easy to understand videos that I could go back and watch! I thoroughly enjoyed this course and looking forward to getting stuck in the advanced now, Bring it on! πͺπΏπ
SheCodes makes learning how to code fun! The videos are easy to follow. Plus, the whole team is there, if you should need any help. I can't wait to learn more and eventually become an full-time coder!
This was a fun and extremely challenging workshop. I had to use embed websites, images and video and a lot of CSS to make all the homework and the final project Responsive but I am very happy with the result. Matt's help was crucial as usual and I can't wait for the next chapter!
A highly recommended course! Easy to follow thanks to Matt's short videos combined with the weekly challenges.
This is just a great course! With Matt, I finally understood better HTML, CSS and JavaScript. All video materials on the course are of high quality. The information is presented very clearly and succinctly! It was real challenge and I did it!
I'm so grateful to have discovered SheCodes. I've attempted to take other coding courses and watched videos on youtube but I was never able to stay focused until I discovered SheCodes. The way Matt teaches keeps you wanting to learn more. This first workshop was easy to follow and I'm excited to continue my journey with SheCodes.
After finishing my weather app I felt so happy to look back and think about everything I've learned so far! Matt explains really well and the fact that you can go back and watch the videos everytime you want helped me a lot. I feel like I have a lot to learn, but this workshop is really helping me improve and it's helping me staying motivated to continue and keep learning. I am glad that I found SheCodes and I surely recomend these workshops, because they are amazing! Also, I found a community of women who, like me, are learning, studying and it really helps me mainting the focus, because I don't feel alone, at all!! Super recommend!
I am a very creative and curious person but also love things that require problem-solving and cognitive stimulation. When I found Shecodes, I didn't know what to expect. I wanted to try out coding and see what it would be like to create my own landing page from scratch, but I felt like I was diving into the 'deep-end' with no prior knowledge or experience. I thought I would have to be super intelligent and love maths/science to code. I was so wrong! Shecodes showed me how taking the risk was worth it. I fell in love with coding during the 3 weeks of trying it out! Matt and everyone at Shecodes provide a welcoming and supportive space for beginners and people of all skill levels to dive into coding. Matt's engaging and easy-to-follow video lessons, as well as the creative and fun challenges/homework provided, have meant that I have gained so much confidence over the 3-week course in a field that I thought I wouldn't thrive. SheCodes is an amazing platform for all women to become curious and be creative through interactive coding workshops! I am intrigued by technology, coding and digital development but also have a passion for gender equality, and so I love the ethos of Shecodes at what they are doing for women worldwide; from opening up potential career paths to women in a sector where female representation is sparse, to even providing people with a starting point to develop and flourish within a new hobby/ interest. I am now going to continue coding and maybe look into careers in the Tech industry. I'd highly recommend giving coding a shot, especially through a Shecodes workshop!
The course has been pretty good so far! I am enjoying the video lessons.
This workshop was the hardest so far but after multiple attempts & reviews of videos, there was the lightbulb 'ah-ha!' moment when it all just clicked. Matt does a fantastic job of going through a concept, demonstrating and then re-running/explaining what he did. Redoing the weather app with React also allows us to see the different techniques that can be used to achieve similar results. Overall, this workshop is a great, thorough introduction to React!
SheCodes made coding fun! Videos were easy to understand and I loved the mini challenges after every lesson.
I am proud of myself and my fellow SheCodes classmates for completing the React course. I liked the challenge of this course and our projects. I find the videos very helpful to refer to when I'm stuck on a problem or missed an important point.
Learning the basics of coding has been as intense as challenging but at the same time really enjoyable and in a way, easy. The videos are really efficient and Matthieu's explainations cannot be clearer. I could not complete the week 1 homework and challenges in due time but it was easy to request an extension, and the team was very understanding. I found the course very flexible, fun and interesting. I feel like I really understand how HTML, CSS and Javascript work, and feel more confident for the future. I was starting a UX design course at the same time, and was hoping to learn about the basics of coding since employers often like potential UX designers to be able to communicate and understand developers. I feel so much more confident now with the basic but yet thorought and solid knowledge SheCodes gave me!
SheCodes is a great introduction for anyone new to coding. Everything is broken down into simple videos that help you learn step-by-step. I've already recommended it to others!
I can't believe I learn this much in such a short period of time. The instructors and videos are super clear and helpful. I'm starting to feel confident about my coding.
I really enjoyed my experience with SheCodes Responsive Add-On. The course was again well-structured and easy to follow, with comprehensive video tutorials and hands-on challenges that helped me to master the concepts. The course covered a wide range of topics including HTML, CSS, and responsive design, and a final project to continue building my portfolio. Recommended t to anyone looking to learn coding in a fun and exciting way!
this workshop has helped me learn so much about front end development. i started this workshop with some knowledge in html and css. and i am blown away by the amount of things i have learnt. thank u so much she codes. i also love how explanatory the videos are and i love the way i could use the athena AI to fix my codes.
SheCodes is really the best way to learn to code. The video explanations are easy to understand and easy to follow. Having finished the Basic workshop, I saw how the team really thought of the smallest things that would help the participants in their learning journey. They provided all these additional resources which are very useful to beginners: cheatsheets, tools, fast support from the team, and access to a community of learners, etc.
I really like this workshop! I watched the video with pleasure and completed the tasks. And I especially liked the developing of the final project. Vanilla JavaScript is one love π I had a great time!
This course was really fun and hard. I've learned so much in such a short time. Looking forward to learning more and developing my skills even further. Thanks Matt for your videos and also letting us see how you correct and fix bugs along the way. It wasn't easy but I really enjoyed it! Thanks to everyone who helped along the way !!
I had a lot of fun doing this course and would only recommend it. Matt really explains coding very well in his videos and it is easy to follow. The challenges after almost every lesson are great to actively practice the new skills, which was really helpful and also a lot of fun. Definitely would rate this course 10/10 :)
Very interesting workshop, that made me learn how to make cards without using Bootstrap, embed links and videos, made an interesting project about what I love. It was great, thanks SheCodes!
I feel like I improved in just a couple of weeks. Challenges after every video help me a lot to understand the subjects deeply. Even if my code works, I always watch the solution videos to see what I could do differently.
It is an amazing course! I am able to create a brilliant website only after two and a half weeks of study! Matt's videos are clear and highly-professional. It's a great opportunity to expand your skill set. The team on Slack is friendly and prompt. Thank you.
I suggest you participate in this workshop. The exercises and challenges that follow in each video, make you learn thoroughly and the topics are well organized.
This workshop was definitely a challenge. Each training video talks you through step by step so you understand how to achieve the overall goal. There is also a lot of resources like Slack and Athena AI to ask questions or receive support. The more I continue on my SheCodes journey, the more I enjoy it and want to secure a career in coding professionally! π½
I enjoyed these past three weeks. I never thought I could learn how to code, but with the step-by-step videos, additional helpful links, and community on Slack, I was able to create something I'm proud of. I would recommend it to anyone wanting to try their hand at learning code. I hope to continue and learn even more!
It was very understandable and because of short videos I didn't get tired very fast.
I highly recommend Responsive workshop as it's another amazing course created by SheCodes. As always, all videos provide clear and easy to follow instructions as well as extremely useful real-life solutions and tips that cannot be easily found anywhere else. Once again, thank you Matt and SheCodes team!!! Now I'm looking forward to React workshop!
Thank you SheCodes for an amazing opportunity to learn coding as a beginner. I enjoyed the tasks and projects and of course all the help I got on slack. Thank you Matt and the entire team for taking out time to create simplified video lessons. I loved every bit of the journey. I look forward to doing more with you.
I had so much fun learning how to code with SheCodes . The videos were very informative and the best part about it is that they were not too long or overwhelming. Loved the flexibility of the classes and the video sessions.
SheCodes Responsive was really challenging and fun. I have learnt so much and feel really equipped to build responsive websites going forward and I cannot wait to get an opportunity to use these skills. I am really grateful to Matt and the entire SheCodes team for the amazing support through out the workshop. I like how real Matt is, and does not necessarily want to perfect his videos. And reminds us at all times that a break is necessary whenever you feel frustrated and that it is all part of the job of a developer.
The genius of SheCodes for me is the pacing. I deeply appreciate that the instructional videos are brief, and that opportunities for any further exploration are open to the individual through the links within each lesson and through the respective cheatsheets. The additional tools developed by SheCodes, such as the palette tool also provide endless opportunities for experimentation. The sky--if there is one in one's explorations into the vast universe of coding--is the limit. π
This workshop was great! It was challenging at times, but also really fun to learn all the new techniques that Matt explained so well in all the videos. Thank you again SheCodes team!
The videos were very informative without being too long or overwhelming. This was a great experience to see if this could be a new career moving forward.
Absolutely loved it ! Was able to learn how to code, get my certificate all while working a full-time job. Loved the flexibility of the classes and the video sessions. What started as learning to code out of curiosity became a skill-set
Thanks to Matt for a great course, I think he did his job 100%: he made the webinars accessible and understandable; the videos were short but very informative.
I really enjoyed the way this workshop was laid out. It was really helpful to watch the lesson video first and then do a challenge myself. That is the best way to learn. Plus the slack conversations are always open for assistance. I never felt alone on my journey. I would totally recommend this to anyone who wants to learn coding!
I was initially skeptical about joining the SheCodes bootcamp, having tried various other coding courses in the past that were not straightforward and left me constantly filling gaps by watching YouTube videos on my own time. However, from the very start of the SheCodes degree program, Matt's explanations were clear and made the learning process much easier. I found that I barely had to use any external help, which was a refreshing change. The team were also incredibly responsive and helpful whenever I had general enquiries or issues with my work. Overall, I had an excellent experience with SheCodes and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to get into coding. The program was well-structured and easy to follow, and the support provided by the SheCodes team was second to none. I'm now much more confident in my coding abilities and excited to continue my learning journey in this exciting field.
It was a wonderful experience! A professional team that will promptly help with all questions and difficulties. But there were not many questions, as the video tutorials are very clear and visual. It's nice to see the result of creativity in the form of a working application :) I would just like to ask you to add subtitles, because with them it will be easier for foreigners to learn the material in English. Not everything can be immediately understood by ear, so you need to reduce the playback speed, which slows down the process. I wish you all the best and thank you Matt and the whole team for your work!
This course is highly informative and provides a comprehensive understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The challenges presented after each video, along with the weekly homework, are incredibly helpful in retaining what you've learned. It's a challenging and enjoyable course that provides a great opportunity to learn π.
I have enjoyed this course a lot and learnt so much. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is considering to start coding. The videos are very well explained and its easy to follow. I am excited for the next course :)
The experience was very nice and I really appreciate the help of the technical support team, and of course Matt for encouraging me to take the course. The videos are very easy and simple to understand.
My name is Valentine Shabangu from South Africa; It is with much enthusiasm that I am writing to recommend the services of the Delac Foundation. I joined the Delac Foundation 3 weeks ago, I was introduced to the Basics Program and I found it very interesting. our instructor Mr Matt is so good at what he does,when watching the videos(lessons) it always would feel like it was a live tutorial. I have never misunderstood anything he taught us in those lessons. There's a lot I can say but all in all I had fun, there's definitely room for improvement on my side I'm very excited to learn more, and I'm glad to have gotten an opportunity to be part of this awesome experience. I'm happy to recommend the services of the Delac Foundation. Sincerely, Valentine Shabangu
SheCodes Basics is a very nice introduction to coding, nicely explained and easy to follow. I enjoyed very much learning with the videos of Matt and can't wait to start the next workshop!
The basics course seems to have been well structured into bite-sized, easy to understand and remember videos and challenges. I liked having the chance to summarize at the end of each week in the form of homework. I would say the course is busy-life friendly. I was relieved to have the chance to apply for extensions when life happened. Overall, I had a lot of fun finishing this course especially, the final project.
I can proudly say that Shecodes is the best place to learn coding. The teachings are so amazing, the video lessons are the best, it makes you to understand it very well. I LOVE SHECODES.
SheCodes is really the best way to learn to code. The video explanations are easy to understand and easy to follow. Having finished the Basic workshop, I saw how the team really thought of the smallest things that would help the participants in their learning journey. They provided all these additional resources which are very useful to beginners: cheatsheets, tools, fast support from the team, and access to a community of learners, etc.
Thank you SheCodes and Matt Delac for this fun filled and engaging program. The concepts were really broken down into easy to understand concepts and the videos were really great and interesting. I especially enjoyed the challenge at the end of each video and the homework at the end of each week. This has been an amazing experience.
The SheCodes responsive course is great, but the add-on is a less desirable experience. The videos are easy to follow but not challenging enough. The course becomes repetitive. But learning is always present.
The videos being outdated made the final stages of connecting with the API more complex than it needed to be. I also feel like Week 4's homework solution could have been much better explained. Nevertheless, I still enjoyed this course and appreciated the assistance on Slack - thank you kindly for that!
Awesome course! Video classes well instructed with theory and practical exercises for pretty much every class.
Just finished the SheCodes Basics.. looking to upgrade to the next level or maybe more! I didn't think I would ever understand or be able to code, but the short and easy to follow videos meant that I could go back and watch again, without having to watch an hour long video to find what I was looking for. I really enjoyed it, and was very proud to show my completed project at the end of the course.
I would highly recommend the SheCodes course to friends, family and colleagues. As a photographer I've had my own website for years. But they were premade website templates and every change I wanted to make - like changing the font, color etc I had to search for on the internet. I thought I had some basic knowledge but NOW thanks to the SheCodes Basic Workshop I can definitely say that I do have basic knowledge! The lengths of each video is perfect. Matt does such an amazing job explaining everything. I could have easily finished the workshop in 3 weeks. But due to my job, my side hustle as a photographer and every day life, I had to request an extention twice. The Workshp showed me that my passion for coding always slumbered in me and has now awakened. I am planning on finishing more SheCodes Workshops so I can change path of careers and transition from a boring office management assistant job to a job as a Front End Developer. Thank you, Matt for teaching and showing us how easy it is to code!
Matt made learning very easy and enjoyable. The videos were short with relevant information which made it easy to finish them and perform challenges. All in all I loved the program and I'm ready for the next workshop!
I recommend this workshop to anyoneβespecially designers like me who want to code their design. I think classes are very well structured, with videos and resources and good examples of digesting. Also, help is always there to ask questions and debug the code. This was a super helpful course to me, but now I am curious about what comes next :)
The videos break down the steps in such a logical way thats easy to follow. Athena AI could quickly answer any technical questions that could have taken hours looking for on Google or waiting for replies in Slack (although Slack help was also pretty quick!) I feel like I'm not intimidated by coding anymore and am interested to learn more and apply my new skills! π€©
I really enjoyed and feel more to learn! full of curious... Videos are really good. Well explained. Matt, You are perfect. The way course built is perfect!!!
I like this workshop, a lot of useful information there. All clear for me. But one remark - I really need more in-depth videos or more in-depth explanation.