The context of the following conversation is Carson learned a lot in school, as well as taking self-paced courses online, reading books, and practicing real-world skills.:
Carson says I feel like I am really ready to go out into the world on my own..
The friend responds Do you think you know enough real-world skills though?.
Carson responds I actually do. I have taken so many different courses at school and read so many books it has really prepared me..
The friend responds What sort of courses did you take?.
Carson responds A lot of self-paced ones and plus I make sure I read in my free time..
The friend responds It does sound like you have built a solid foundation..