Hey everyone! I'm really excited to dive into the world of software development and would love your advice on how to get started. My interest in this field has been brewing for years, sparked by my curiosity about how technology works and my experiences playing games and using computers. I want to learn not only for the love of it but also to create and possibly turn it into a career down the line, though that's not my main focus right now. I have some basic knowledge but haven't gone deep into development until now due to family obligations. Now that I can dedicate more time to it, I'm planning to focus on front-end development. If you have any resources, tips, or advice to share, I'd really appreciate it!
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Don't worry about the title; it happens to the best of us! Just keep pushing forward and exploring what interests you in software development.
You should check out FreeCodeCamp—it’s a fantastic free resource for learning front-end development! If you can swing it, FrontendMasters is a great paid option that’s well worth the investment, but start with FreeCodeCamp first.
I recommend focusing on the basics before trying to understand everything at once. Do you have a computer and a text editor? You can start by creating a simple HTML file and opening it in your browser. Then, maybe try playing around with styles to see how they change the look! Once you’re comfortable, consider building things like a web-based calculator.
That sounds like a solid plan! I’m excited to start with small projects like that.
Thanks for the suggestion! I'll definitely look into FreeCodeCamp.