How Can I Understand the Fundamentals of Coding and Programming Languages?

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Asked By CuriousCoder42 On

I've been experimenting with beginner coding courses for a while, but I'm getting frustrated because I don't truly grasp the reasons behind why certain commands produce specific results. I often just learn to 'use this function for this outcome,' but I want to know the underlying mechanics. For example, I'm curious about how this simple Python function works: `def sum_of_odd_numbers(end): total = 0 for i in range(1, end, 2): total += i return total`. I understand that it functions, but how does Python keep track of the loop? Is learning programming all about understanding language-specific functions, or should I also focus on the fundamental principles behind them? I have a general idea about computers converting signals into binary, but I really want to dive deeper into how programming works at a base level. Any recommendations for resources that explain how programming languages operate?

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Answered By CodeCracker77 On

Taking a look at assembly language could clear up a lot for you. It shows how data storage, loops, and other operations are executed at a very low level, which can demystify the higher-level languages like Python that are quite abstract. It's like seeing the inner workings of a clock!

CircuitSage -

Totally agree! I was in the same boat and diving into assembly helped me see all the magic behind the scenes. Everything started to click after that.

Answered By TechWhiz89 On

You might want to check out nand2tetris.org. It’s a great resource for understanding how computers work from the ground up. It really breaks things down in a way that's easy to digest.

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