Is this considered jocking? Options

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I'm new to xanga but I really like it. I want to make my own skin. And I just signed up for a web class. My teacher is teaching us the basics right now but he said one of the best ways to learn is by looking at what other people do. I tried making a skin from that tutorial but it didn’t come out so well. I thought maybe if I looked at what other people make maybe that would be a good way to learn. But I was wondering if this is considered jocking? I mean if I wanted to use someone’s code as an example is that wrong? I wouldn't be using their graphics but more just how they organize their code and all the different kinds of code you can use. Kind of like I'd be borrowing their style sheet. I wouldn’t be using any of their graphics or claiming any of anyone’s work as my own. Am I allowed to do this or do people not like it? I'm totally for giving everyone their credit and I would if I ever used anything, but do I have to ask for their permission or anything before I can? I hope no one gets mad which is why I'm asking first.