Myths revolving around Web Designing

Web Development is a vast field that sometimes gives room for misconceptions to arise. When it comes to web design, there is no sure-shot formula to success. With constant effort and steady exposure, anyone can become a good web designer. However, one needs to bear in mind the below-mentioned myths that might be invoked in the process. The problem with these myths is that once they settle down in your head, they might disrupt your further work!

Here are some common myths revolving around Web Design:

1. You need to start at an early age: So why don’t you install a PC in your crib, and read programming books for bedtime stories? You can learn to design whenever you want! There is no such ironclad rule stating you should be well versed in programming by 10. Since it's an ever-changing field, it is better to take your time and go about the process of learning. 
2. Always code using C, C++, and Java: Agreed! These languages are most dominant in programming. However, one doesn't have to code using only these languages. So, you don’t have to worry that you learned PHP and not C as it all boils down to application and interest. Learn only that which intrigues you, and, more importantly, learn where to apply it.
3. I need to be exceptionally brilliant: There exist two ways to get good at something: Be born a genius, or work harder than everyone else. But here’s the catch: for the former to happen, there's probably a one-in-a-million chance. However, hard work isn’t something that you have to be gifted to have. Although prodigious programmers are in abundance, one can also work their way up the ladder with hard work alone. 
4. Better design will lead to a better site: Unicorns flying around your site might be fancy, however in no world will designing on a massive scale make your site better! A site isn’t defined by the design alone, but other factors like content, view, traffic, etc. also play a vital role in a site's development.
5. Designing and Developing are the same: No! They are not! Designing is the first-hand look of a website, i.e., how it looks through the user’s eyes. Developing supports the designer and makes sure things go hand-in-hand on the site.