No developer memorizes every function, syntax, or how to properly structure a complex query from scratch. And if someone tells you otherwise, they’re probably lying—or they’re a robot in disguise. For most of us mere mortals, Google is as essential as coffee (or more).

Here’s my unapologetic confession: I Google everything, and I’m not even ashamed about it. In fact, I consider it a skill.

The Weirdest Things I’ve Googled

I’ll be honest—my search history looks like a mix between a mad scientist’s notes and the diary of someone stuck in coding purgatory. Here are some memorable highlights:

  • “How to end infinite loop without restarting my laptop”
  • “What to do when ‘404 error’ appears on localhost but works for my neighbor”
  • “Can CSS actually make my code look pretty? Asking for a friend.”
  • “How to apologize to a client after accidentally breaking production”
 Googling obscure code errors is basically a developer's rite of passage

Why Even Experts Google Stuff

Let me tell you a secret: Googling is not a sign of incompetence. Even seasoned developers do it. Why? Because:

  1. Tech evolves faster than we can memorize: What worked last year may not work today.
  2. Edge cases are wild: You’ll never remember how to handle that obscure encoding issue.
  3. It’s Efficient: Why waste time guessing when Google delivers answers in milliseconds?

Tips for Finding the Right Answers Faster

  • Be specific: “Laravel error” won’t help. “Laravel 404 on route after cache clear” is better.
  • Use search filters: Stack Overflow is gold, but sort by “Most Voted.”
  • Read the comments: Sometimes the best solution is buried in the comment section.
  • Bookmark trusted sources: Don’t waste time hunting down that one helpful blog post.

So the next time someone tries to guilt-trip you for Googling in the middle of a project, just remember—you’re not a bad developer. You’re a resourceful one. And that’s a superpower.