how to get started with programing ?

Question

I been trying to get started with programing, but i dont know where to start i took a look at C introduction and i got as fas as looking for compiler for ubuntu gutsy, and that`s about it, i was told to start with python. what sjout i do?

Answer 1

So you want to learn do some programming?



Step 1: Go to http://bloodshed.net/devcpp.html and go to the download page for Dev-C++5. This is a C++ compiler. If you don't know what C++ or a compiler is then use Wikipedia.



Step 2: Learn C++. You can learn stuff about C++ here http://www.cplusplus.com/doc/tutorial/ or here http://cprogramming.com/begin.html.



Step 3: Write source code for programs.



"The best way to prepare [to be a programmer] is to write programs, and to study great programs that other people have written. In my case, I went to the garbage cans at the Computer Science Center and fished out listings of their operating system." - Bill Gates

Answer 2

It depends on what kind of programming you intend on doing. If it's some kind of scripting that you want to do, then all you'll probably need is a text editor. If you want to write in a compiled language you'll need an editor and a compiler. Basically do some research online to decide what kind of programming you are intending on learning, then ask again... however by the time you've done enough research to know what you want to do, you'll probably not need to ask!

Answer 3

Python is a great begininers language. It is very easy to use, and can introduce you to programming concepts.



Unfortunately it will also taint you against the more demanding, yet versatile languages, such as C++ and Java.



If you are interested in programming to create large scale applications, games, or heavy duty executables start with C++, or Java.



If you are just messing around and want to create small apps for yourself, Python is approriate.

Answer 4

I sense you have an inkling to the OpenSource. I suggest you to try Python. im also learning it too, coming from VB.Net.

It's easy, straightforward and you'll be surprised how powerful it is. After you have mastered and ready for a greater and complicated and challenging problems to solve, then you can start programming with C++.



I hope i've shed light. Ciao!

Answer 5

Josue, please do not diminish the importance of a formal education. There are too many software development options to list here. Start to dabble and absorb as much as you can and go to school.



At my shop we do not entertain any candidate that does not a 4-year degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.



good luck

Answer 6

Ubuntu is linux which uses the Unix enviornment which uses C++. Your getting into a whole new territory with that approach. I would start off with looking into Visual Basic.

Answer 7

I say start with the easy stuff...If your in high school, your school might have a computer programming class. Take that first and learn VB and stuff. If you know more then your high school might send you off to the college near by to get more advanced help. Our high school does that to kids if they know too much and the class is boring for them.

Answer 8

Most programmers learn by doing. So start programming!

Answer 9

I dont know where you are exactly but take a look at webmonkey.com

Answer 10

google for visual basics. It is easy and good!

Answer 11

buy computer