I started coding as a hobby in early 2026, mainly using Python with the long-term goal of building applications. Over time, I became interested in tackling more complex projects and understanding programming at a deeper level. So far, I've made a simple top-down game with Pygame, but I'm ready for a change from Python and want to focus on improving my problem-solving, code-writing, and understanding of how programs work under the hood. I've started learning C with a Bro Code tutorial. Is C a good choice for this goal, and what websites, books, or other resources would you recommend for becoming proficient?
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You don’t need to leave Python to improve your problem-solving skills. You can build increasingly challenging projects, study algorithms and data structures, and practice breaking large problems into smaller pieces in any language. That said, learning C can still be valuable because it exposes details that Python hides, such as memory management, pointers, data representation, compilation, and how programs interact with the operating system. Treat it as a useful change of perspective rather than a requirement for becoming better at programming.
Learning several programming languages can help you recognize the ideas they share while also showing you different ways to express them. C is a good choice if you want to understand lower-level concepts, but make sure you also practice consistently: write small programs, debug them, read other people’s code, and gradually build projects without relying entirely on tutorials. The language matters less than regularly solving problems and reflecting on your approach.
That makes sense. I’m not switching because Python is bad—I still enjoy it. I mainly feel bored with it at the moment, and C seems like an interesting challenge and a good way to learn something different.