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I’m a complete beginner in computer programming. I do not have any experience nor knowledge of computer programming. I’m just wondering what language I should start to learn. Should I first learn liberty basic, then go to c++? Or should I first learn c++? Any recommendations?

Basic and its derivatives are not the most useful languages around. They have limited applications but tend not to show up in serious programming. Real application development is more often done with something like Java or C++.

C++ is a difficult language to start with. It’s kind of like learning how to drive by first opening up the hood of a car and figuring out how the gear shift attaches to the transmission: Theoretically it can work, but unless you’re a masochist you probably want a shallower learning curve. Java is an okay language to start with, although if you want something really easy you can go with Javascript (which is NOT the same thing as Java). All three of these languages have a C-style syntax, unlike Basic.

I am a rising junior in high school and would like to take a beginner’s computer programming course(I am not new to computers but I am new to computer programming). Is there a place that still has these courses open? I need it to start soon and finish near the end of August. THANKS!

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I have little experience in computer programming but would like to learn, specifically with the aim of being able to build a good looking website at the end. Any other tips would be good for learning as well such as books.

Thanks.

Adobe Photoshop, Indesign, Dreamweaver, and also learn the basics CSS, html,

Do both courses share the same computer programming scopes?
Just realized the horrible grammar ~_~
I meant to say how both courses differ from each other in terms of the computer programming subjects they offer.

Thanks!!!

It really depends on the university you go to and what their SAT scores are. Like I know of a local univeristy that accepts most people and doesn’t need SAT scores that offer both Comp Science and Info Technology degrees. The difference in the programming classes isn’t much harder, just very different what you learn and the Comp Science take a lot of Calculus. Graduates from both programs at that university have worked as programmers in the area I am at. I know a computer science grad from there that told me his SAT was around an 1100 and was the same as a Information Technology grad I know.

Now lets say you look at Computer Science grads from the University of Chicago, Notre Dame, Northwestern, University of Michigan, Brown University, Washington University, etc I think you will find the programming they do there is much more difficult and different than is what is done in IT/ IS major and the grads from those programs are more capable programmers.

I want to learn computer/game programming, but don’t want to go through a 4 year college program, but rather just a trade school to teach me the practical application pieces I need. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Yes, you can.

Actually if you just want to become a programmer or IT, trade school might be your best choice. However, if you want the highest paying jobs you will need to get a 4-year degree like computer science or software engineering. Basically trade schools are great to train technicians or people who take care of the hands-on work to assist engineers or computer scientists.

I want an opinion on what computer programming language i should
learn. Its between C# and Java. I would like the pros and cons and if
you can find any begginer open source projects i can look into for both
thatd be helpful. Thanks in advance!

Both Java & C# is Object Oriented & High Class Language……….I Suggest You To Start With JAVA
….In my opinion learning Java is easier and better(jobs) than lerning C# And there are a big difference between of them……

Java: Best tools are all free for this language and they are sponsored by biggest companies like (Oracle, IBM…)

C#: Works on .NET platform. Which means programs you develop with C# runs only Windows OS…

In my opinion Java is best I decided on Java long time ago and now I can almost use everything about Java and it is really the best "for me".. And Java objectively has some advantages (platform independent, free tools, open source, carreer opportunities… )

As a result both languages are strong, and you can do anything with them if you study enough..

That is your decision to make but I highly reccommend you to learn "JAVA"…….Thanks

I am interested to go to University or college for computer programming some day and I am just curious what are some good schools in Canada for computer programming universities or colleges, I am also more interested in programming video games than actual computer software.

Waterloo used to have this reputation — not sure any more though

Because in reality, computer programming isn’t at all that important to me.
I need to make it sound plausible.
Please help!

Writers frequently have to write about subjects that don’t interest them. Your instructor has probably outlined some method or formula for this kind of essay, and you should use that for the structure of your piece. Basically, you’ll need a beginning that introduces your readers to the topic and contains a thesis sentence, a middle that includes several points you want to make along with arguments to support them, and an ending that restates your thesis, sums up your important points, and states a conclusion.

Some points you might use are:

1. Learning computer programming improves one’s logic and analytical thinking.
2. Computer-programming skills are fundamental to many operations on the Internet.
3. Computer programming will be a hot area for new jobs over the coming decades.
4. Computer programmers will command respect in the community in the computer age.

You get the idea. You have to project yourself into the topic and come up with several statements that you can support with a couple of convincing arguments each and put it all together in essay form. Good luck with your project!

I am 17 with my GED, planning to start community college in the summer. I aspire to major in either Computer Programming or Registered Nursing. But I know the Nursing is wait listed and I most likely won’t have a job by the time I’m 18. I was thinking about getting my pre reqs and a certificate in Computer Programming over the summer, what jobs would this qualify me for?

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I would like to learn both computer programming and design;and web programming and design. Where can i learn the most in the shortest amount of time, for free?

You can learn the basics by reading books and looking at sites on the internet. But a lot of what books and online tutorials cover are simple, contrived examples that won’t help you a whole lot in the real world. Most of your learning will come from developing real applications for real businesses. They call that experience and there’s no substitue for it. You will never stop learning programming as no project is ever quite the same as any other you’ve done before. New problems will always pop up that you will have to learn how to solve. That’s what makes programming interesting. There really is no quick and easy way to "learn programming" other than by actually programming.