Exploring an open-source project from Pybites initially seemed daunting, but it became a transformative learning experience for the author. Initially overwhelmed by the complexity of the code on GitHub, they transitioned from relying on structured tutorials to embracing the Pybites Developer Mindset program, which offered personalized guidance and assessment. Through hands-on experimentation, they modified the Carbon code to generate custom images, learning to manipulate JSON data, URLs, and image attributes to suit their preferences. This process involved overcoming challenges such as changing default image directories and naming conventions, ultimately leading to a rewarding sense of accomplishment and a preference for Just In Time Learning over traditional course-based education.