What age is a good age to start programming?

Question

Is 13 a good age?

Answer 1

I started programming when I was 15 years old, but wish I started sooner. We had a school course that was very useful because it started with very basic languages that are similar to some modern ones. For something easy, try visual basic. If you have a windows 7 computer it might already have it.



But, no there is no specific age you have to be, and the math you need as a beginner is pretty basic. Have fun man, but most importantly... do what you think instead of what some random people on yahoo answers tell you to do. Just because they think 15 is the right age, doesn't mean they are right. Only you know when you are ready to start programming.



Best of luck to you!

Answer 2

2

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2

Answer 4

Any Age

Answer 5

10

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10

Answer 7

You can start learning programming at 16-30 years age

Answer 8

I don't think that there is any age particularly, although having a reasonable level of mathematical knowledge helps. Some very bright kids can start with basic programming at 8 or 9. 12 or 13 is not so bad, particularly if you have good grades in math.

Answer 9

There is not a "good" age.



Today's kids can learn by playing, while developing logic programming have fun and learn to organize algorithms unwittingly, a child who is able to demonstrate interest or talent in those games actually already started programming, I have seen games that type that can be used by children from 2-3 years hardly need to read or count, since they are fully graphical and intuitive applications.



So the right age is decided by the ability to code logic that each individual shows have, while earlier the better, but if there is interest it is possible to become a grea coder even starting not too young.

Answer 10

12

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12

Answer 12

I thing 21 age is a good age to start programming.

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10

Answer 14

Age is not the determining factor. One can begin learning to program effectively once a person has grasped the concepts of abstraction (ideas rather than events), iteration, conditional processing and variables. Some adults never reach a sufficient understanding of these concepts to program. Some exceptional children do so at very young ages (2-3 years old).

Answer 15

I think 9 or 10 is the best age to start programing and the early you start to learn programming you will become more perfect in programming day by day.

Answer 16

You can start programming at any age, but you can't programmed the system after 40 because the human brain become weak. So it's better to start programming at early ages.

Answer 17

Age is not fact for start programming. Student learn any time but most age is learn for good 16.

Answer 18

You Can Start Programming Any Time.

Answer 19

12

Answer 20

I think it depend on student. Some of students are IQ level high and they had good catching capability form the begging. So they can start from 15 easily. Other wise 20-22 is the best age for start programing.

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8

Answer 22

Sure. You can start learning programming at 12 year age. This is the right time to grasp new things. And will improve the logical power gradually in this age.

Answer 23

There is no age limit for studying programs. If you interested in programming you can start it from now in 13 itself. Try to start from the basics of the programming and it will help you to make easy understanding. All the best!

Answer 24

Programming is closely related to logic and mathematics. Considering this fact i think it's better to start programming at the age of 15. If enough mathematical knowledge belongs to than before 15 is also no problem.

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15

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20

Answer 27

There is no age for education. Similarly there is no age for programming also. 13 is of course a very good age. Even Bill Gates, founder of Microsoft, also started at that age.

Answer 28

13 is a very good age to start programming. The more experience you have at programming the better you become.

Answer 29

15

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18

Answer 31

Today's kids can learn by playing, while developing logic programming have fun and learn to organize algorithms unwittingly, a child who is able to demonstrate interest or talent in those games actually already started programming, I have seen games that type that can be used by children from 2-3 years hardly need to read or count, since they are fully graphical and intuitive applications.

Answer 32

you can start from any age .

Answer 33

you can start at any age after completing your school.

Answer 34

100

Answer 35

want my answer? as soon as you can ! i started when i was 14 and i really wish i started sooner, but i have to tell you don't go memorize stuff , do it in action and learn it, learn about problem solving and algorithms, make mandelbrot etc, go find about other stuff like openGL Qt raspberry pi embedded etc and find which you like most, so but the time you grow up you know what to chose from etc, that's what i think!

Answer 36

Your age is perfect to learn programming . . .

Answer 37

I'm 14 and am starting to learn programming. I'm enjoying it!

Answer 38

DEAR...



not any fixed age for it... it depends on ,when you want to start...and your interest...

Answer 39

I think, Programming has not limit of ages. you can start programming at any time of your age.

Answer 40

10 Year Best to start Learn Programming. I was too Late, i start it when i was 18 Year old. :)

Answer 41

Well, learning has no boundaries :)

You can start it from any age. Nothing specific.

Just that you should be able interpret and understand the language and makes your basics real good :)

Answer 42

Programming requires great passion and patience. If you have them it will be best for you to start programming as early as possible.

But, I started so late by mistake...

Answer 43

As early as possible. I work in IT doing a support role (fixing computers) and from the perspective of actually being in the "IT" industry, being a developer is a great job. I wish I had looked at programming when I was in school as it leads to a great career if you can make it.

Answer 44

If it is something you are passionate about, do it whenever. Start as early as you can. Finding something you really enjoy is hard for many young people and I think it would be good for you to explore avenues you find interesting.

Answer 45

As soon as you can, it is a very fast growing industry that pays well. Good luck!

Answer 46

Any age as long as you understand how to. Then start programming. I program.

Answer 47

ANY AGE. I'M 10 AND THREE QUARTERS AND I HAVE ALREADY CREATED MY OWN GAME ROBLOX POINT THEME PARK!

Answer 48

There's no age to learn programming. Anyone passionate about computers can learn programming

Answer 49

Twelve. Sorry, but you are too late.

Answer 50

Whatever age at which you can understand it. Young children can understand simple logic.

If they can count and know their a,b,c's then they can probably learn to code.



What if someone said to Mozart, "You cannot learn play the piano until you are 13"?

Or Carl Friedrich Gauss, "You cannot study math until you are 13"?

Answer 51

13 is probably the best age to start. Gives you an edge if you start learning Python and C++ first. To get into Comp Science 3-4 in your first year of high school you'll need to be exceeding in math - just a heads up.

Answer 52

Is only up to you.

If you think you are good to with some programming language then its ok.

But personally I suggest you to go for it at least reaching 15 years.



Now its your choice.

Answer 53

There is no age limit of lerning programing language its totly depend On your interest

Answer 54

Earlier than that is ok, too.

Answer 55

16

Answer 56

it is never too late or too early to learn

Answer 57

Age is not fact for learning programming.

Answer 58

If you are interested to program, you can start when you want. There is a e-learnings programs, and only you need to want do it.

Answer 59

Once you complete your schooling that's 10th grade then you can start learning programming language. I guess 16 will be right age to start programming.

Answer 60

There is no age. If you love something and passionate about something you can

do it anytime, at any age.

Answer 61

about when you learn new thing in programming . . .

Answer 62

If you think you can then no one stop you!

Answer 63

Age factor does not matter while learning programming. What matters the most is your interest toward doing the things you want to.

Google is full of results for the apps that have been developed by the children. So just focus on your AIM rather than thinking about your age.

Thanks and All the best.. :)

Answer 64

12 year

Answer 65

Any age is good. as soon as you can comprehend . younger children absorb information much more efficiently.

Answer 66

No limitation to learn programming.. any one can start programming Any time.

Answer 67

i guess the sooner the better for kid 6--10 you can use code.org to get them into programming via their games and stuff after the age of 10 some HTML is good for the kid with some math by the age of 12 he or she can start learning C or any programming language but i recommand C

Answer 68

I started at 13 :)

Answer 69

13 is a great age to start programming! That's when all my CS friends started.

Answer 70

You start programming as soon as your born bud, everyone has the ability to program, just like everyone has the ability to solve a problem. Programming isn't just learning a new language and bam your a expert. Learning the syntax of a language is just 10% of the way there. You have to learn logic, Algorithms, IDE's, design, ect ect, And then finally your about 50% of the way there. The rest is just being a good problem solver and thinking outside of the box. Hope this helps.

Answer 71

13 is a good age. You have to do a lot of programming before you will be good at it. That might take years.

Answer 72

There isn't a specific age to start programming.



If you feel you want to learn, or get better,

and you feel you've got the maturity and skill to publish content, you're all good,

Start learning as soon as possible.

There's lessons you can take to learn programming better.

I recommend you take some classes and some lessons on your free time.

Answer 73

I would say 13 is a good age to start, start burning all that information into your head at a young age :D

Answer 74

18

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18

Answer 76

22 years, 7 months 3 weeks and 2 days has been proven time and time again to be the optimum age at which to start programming

Answer 77

17

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22

Answer 79

Age doesn't mean anything. You can learn that anytime.

The best age to learn programming is when you manage to get a good grasp over things.

Answer 80

thats a good age to start with the basics. Any age can begin with some of the resources that are available as long as you're old enough to read and to have an interest

Answer 81

Any age

Answer 82

Age is not fact for start programming. Everyone can learn or strat programming above 16.

Answer 83

Yes, the younger you start generally the better...

Answer 84

Age is not fact, need mind freshness.

Answer 85

No limitation to learn programming.. any one can start programming Any time.

Answer 86

i think 12-14 is the best time to start

Answer 87

no minimum age to start programming...!

Answer 88

Any age. Don't wait. The more practice you get the better you will be.

Answer 89

Its not specific physical age to start. but As you are 13, so good time to start. And hope to go far in future.

Answer 90

13 years old is a good age but the earlier the better.

Answer 91

Can't be too early :) Start at the basics.

Answer 92

any age is fine, I started at 14

Answer 93

SORRY! My deepest apologies OP you cant really learn something as complex as programming while being a young person. Your best bet would be to learn morse code and begin a career selling car stereos out of your fathers garage.

Answer 94

I would say as early as possible. If you can understand it when you are 10, then continue going, otherwise, keep trying.

Answer 95

any age

Answer 96

No age, when you want then you have learn . . .

Answer 97

Sure, knock yourself out

Answer 98

i am only 15 years old

Answer 99

Age 21 because if you don't get something.. just grab a beer.

Answer 100

Any age; but the younger the better.



There are languages such as LOGO intended to encourage little kids to pick up the concepts of programming.

Answer 101

Learning computer programming can help you to develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. My son started his first coding at 12. I think it's best to start as early as possible.



There are many apps to help you to learn coding here https://www.commonsensemedia.org/lists/coding-apps-and-websites



Happy coding and keep smiling!

Answer 102

ASAP

Answer 103

Age does not matter. Contrary to the other answers, I believe that once a child can operate a computer, he/she should be able to learn to program. When young, information gets taken into brain easily, because less logic clogs your thoughts. As you get older, however, it gets harder to learn something as large as programming because your brain can easily get distracted by "life"

Answer 104

Any age is a great age to begin learning anything. If you don't start now, when will you begin?

Answer 105

There is no age limit for programming. It depends on interest. A boy who can play game, read & write can learn programming.

Answer 106

Naah Age doesn't matter at all!!

Suppose you are learning it from 13 and after passing 20 you tend to think that i am not made for programming.. Than what will you do..??

Answer 107

Yes 13 is a very good age, i started at 11 or 12 and am now 14. Im very into and know alot, you just have to be able to be persistent and never quit! You must also be able to retain information well and remember it well.

Answer 108

If you are passionate about programming then start now. There is no age limit to learn programming.

Answer 109

It depends on one's interest and capacity to understand the logic behind code of programming language. I used to do meditation from the age of 13 and could concentrate to understand programming language. I did not get a chance to code on my own before 17 years of my age. I think it depends on interest and capacity purely but not on any other factor.

Answer 110

There is no fixed age limit. You can learn programming at any age. To improve your logic,you have to practice a lot. The person who practice a lot,he/she will be definitely become a good programmer.

Answer 111

Negative 3

Answer 112

12-15

Answer 113

13 is an excellent age.



Programming has several different complexity levels. A 13 year old could start off with front in language like HTML, and CSS. It would allow him to build and design basic websites. As their understanding grows they could move in to Javascript. I would suggest Javascript with Jquery. Then to server side. I would suggest PHP.



HTML

CSS

JavaScript > JQuery

PHP

MYSQLI (database)

Answer 114

you start from from 12-13 years, that best age for starting!

Answer 115

There is no restrictions .you can start programming at any age You want.

Answer 116

Same with me I have always wanted to program in java and I'm 13 and i have even though i don't have a computer for it

Answer 117

13 is good

Answer 118

i would start when you get your first programming job. otherwise its a useless talent

Answer 119

Start it from school time, learn basics from there only.

Answer 120

Earlier is better! Always is easier to learn something when you are young.

Answer 121

Age is not an important self interested is a only qualification of learning programme.

Answer 122

age is not a factor. When your brain is working perfectly you can start learn programing.

Answer 123

I say any age. yeah, 13 is good, just dive into real projects after learning basics like making games or apps.

Answer 124

Yes it is

Answer 125

12 to 16 year is good

Answer 126

whatever age you can do it at.

Answer 127

Any age. Here's a cool TED talk on why you should learn it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xfBWk4nw440

Answer 128

88 years

Answer 129

Age is not a fact.if you want to know you can start any time.

Answer 130

As quicker as you can

Answer 131

Start with Python its very easy. Age does not matter

Answer 132

before birth

Answer 133

u r ready, just start thinking logic and try to come up with an algorithm for everything and anything !

Answer 134

woooah

Answer 135

You can start any age brah just have ur mind in it!!!!!!!

Answer 136

If this makes sense to you then you can start programming:

you = Person.new

if you.are_interested_in_programming? then

say "I think I will try programming, and my age doesn t matter!"

else

say "I am pretty sure programming is not for me!"

end

Answer 137

no thank you

Answer 138

13 is fine if you can spend 3-4 hours a day in learning programming.

Answer 139

15 -20 .

Answer 140

Any age where you're competent enough to use a computer I suppose.

Answer 141

Age doesn't matter; it's whether or not you're determined to learn how to code.

Answer 142

As early as possible.

Answer 143

Whee. Ever you feel like you never know you could be the next bill gates or Steve jobs!

Answer 144

Bill gates started at the age of 13 and that was over 40 years ago.. so why not? it is much easier now with more opertunities.. i'd say "GO for it!"

Answer 145

Hi,

There are some languages/interfaces designed to let children program without learning a proper language like C or Python.

Try https://scratch.mit.edu/ is free and is translated to a lot of different languages (including Esperanto).

Answer 146

I think the earlier you start programming, the better it'll be. But there's nothing wrong with starting programming when your like 20 as well.

Answer 147

Typically in high school they do not want you to start programming classes until your junior year so you get a good foundation built, math, etc.. However on your own you can start anytime.

Answer 148

in High school that means 12

Answer 149

Doesn't matter about the age! As long as you have the passion to learn programming, start learning it! :)

Answer 150

You can start at any time.So start now and enjoy programming .

Answer 151

bellow 20 age is perfect according to me but you can try in any ages.. thanks

Answer 152

young as 8 years can be very smart how programming works.

Answer 153

any time! programing is an amazing experience once you know what your doing! :D

Answer 154

Age has nothing to do with it. If you get it, you get it. Some people don't ever get it.

Answer 155

I think its not depend on your age.You start programing when you capable of it.So first check your capabilities.

Answer 156

I don't think that there is any age. Start whenever you like to start

Answer 157

You can start at any age. It would be better to start when you realise you know what you're doing.

Answer 158

at any age it should be learn

Answer 159

I started at 6...

Answer 160

age 13 is very much perfect !

Answer 161

15,

Answer 162

It is not depending on age, it is based on knowledge.

Answer 163

4 years old lol probably in your teens

Answer 164

i started to learn at about 12. if your 2 years old now you should get an early start

Answer 165

Any age, just make sure you stay good at English or you'll start talking code

Answer 166

No age totally depend upon interest

Answer 167

When you feel ready. It would perfect if you start it at 12 or 13 . because when u get 20 u will be a good powerful programmer

Answer 168

As long as you put dedication and hard work in what you do and learn, then any age is good :D

Answer 169

Iam 15 and i started to learn C# because its good, LUA is next but idk where you will use it. I used C# to make mods to Terraria and LUA for garrys mod. It takes about 6 or 7 months if you will learn 5 hours every day. About 2 or 3 months when learning from wake to sleep.

Answer 170

at 12, anything beyond and you're behind

Answer 171

any time

Answer 172

15-years-old

Answer 173

I learned programming when I was 2 years old. #rekt #thatburn #illuminaticonfirmed

Answer 174

you understand basic logic and mathmatics, then you are at a good age to program

Answer 175

it's a great age.

Answer 176

yeah

Answer 177

As long as they are interested and willing, the earlier the better.

Answer 178

The earlier the better

Answer 179

age doesn't matter

Answer 180

whatever age they can everyone is different

Answer 181

Any age, but not less than 10 as You need to have a sharp brain.............

Answer 182

If you are interesting to learn programming then you can start.You can start to study.

Answer 183

Best would be around 17+

Answer 184

yes sure... keep going ;)

Answer 185

any time you want to program

Answer 186

Ya

Answer 187

Don't care about ages.

I say the earlier you start learning, the better you'll become.

Answer 188

0.1

Answer 189

Whenever you are completely able to learn programming.