I'm a business major and recently developed an interest in programming. I started with Python and HTML using SoloLearn, but I want to dive deeper and expand my knowledge in coding. I'd love to hear some tips from experienced programmers! Please be kind 🙂
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It seems like a common beginner mistake to jump right into coding without understanding the basics. I suggest learning the fundamentals of how computers work—bits, bytes, memory, etc. Then, focus on the concepts of programming, such as flowcharts and algorithms. While Python is great, starting with a language like C++ can really solidify your foundations and make learning others much easier down the line.
Creating a GitHub account is a great idea! Get comfortable with using Git for version control. Look for projects on GitHub and understand what makes good repositories versus bad ones. Plus, familiarize yourself with different open-source licenses like MIT or GPL as recruiters often check GitHub profiles as part of your resume.
That’s a solid point! Learning C++ can really help you grasp how systems operate at a low level. Once you understand the fundamentals, picking up languages like Python becomes a breeze because you have the core concepts down.