I've been in community college for about two years focusing on computer science, but I've only managed to complete two programming classes, one in C++ and another in Java. Unfortunately, due to a substitute professor and another instructor being absent for most of the semester, I didn't learn much. Recently, I've been motivated to learn programming after modifying a game I enjoy. I created a small project in Python that manages files in a game directory. I'm quite proud of this, and I've made an effort to learn genuinely, using AI for explanations rather than copying directly. However, I'm anxious about falling behind my peers and whether I can still pursue a programming career. What do you all think?
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Definitely look into data structures and algorithms classes, those are crucial. Once you have those down, start exploring libraries relevant to your projects. You'll be amazed at how much you can create!
Hey, just to clarify, doing computer science doesn't always mean you have hands-on programming experience. It's important to take your own initiative; the internet is packed with resources. If you really want to catch up, just commit to putting in the time and effort! You absolutely can close the gap with your peers if you focus on learning and building your skills.
Totally agree! I just started taking the initiative too. I'm planning to dive into more projects and enhance my existing ones. I wish I had grasped more during classes, though!
Thanks for the tip! Can I explore those concepts using Python? I feel like it would be an excellent starting point.