Debut coding

[TheUnicornMan]

So, I had the idea of starting to code in my head, I have a module about coding in my tech support class coming up and this month's maximum PC edition had a section about coding.

All those things together means I have until sep 17th to learn to code (GTA V yo'know?)

Blague à part (Joking aside)

Yes I'm from Quebec, Can.

What language should I learn first? I've read that they have a lot in commong.

From maximum PC, Java seems like the easiest thus the first to learn but should I just get through the grind of learning C or Python? 

 

Some backgroud I have: I had a module in my class about MS-DOS and I did pretty good with my BATCH programs and I've alway caught on "logic" stuff like maths and basic batch coding pretty fast.

 

 

 

 

 

UNICORNS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[loganryan99]

I have seen many people suggest Python, because it is a high-level (meaning distant from machine code) language. It'll simplify things like compiling and stuff, and really get the confusing IDEs and compilers out of the way.

 

If you want to learn Java, which is where I started, I suggest trying out IntelliJ Idea. (An IDE) Use the official Oracle Java Tutorials, because they're going to teach you the best habits and all the ins and outs of Java.

 

IntelliJ Idea: http://www.jetbrains.com/idea/

Oracle Java Tutorials: http://docs.oracle.com/javase/tutorial/java/index.html

[Darkfeign]

Python is the most straight-forward to learn, then Java, then C/C++ so I would start in that order, or perhaps miss out Java if you do not require it as it follows the C syntax anyway.

 

I would, however, be realistic that you cannot learn to program to an advanced, or even intermediate level in 20 days. It takes time to grasp some of the concepts of programming, beyond just syntax and use. Good luck though.

[Liikeaturtle]

Personally, if you want to really want to learn programming to it's fullest and become one with the machine , I would recommend C. But if you just wanna learn it quick and dirty, I would recommend Java. It has a great set of tutorials and plenty of documentation.