What Linux Distro Should I Choose as a Beginner for Software Development?

Don't stress too much about picking the right distro; it's more about what software you want pre-installed. For beginners, I'd suggest something like Mint, Fedora, or Ubuntu (and their variations like Kubuntu, which has a different desktop environment). They’re all user-friendly and should be a good starting point. Also, check out Distrosea.com to explore different environments without installing anything. Just a tip: keep your home directory on a separate partition to make switching between distros easier in the future!

I’d recommend Bazzite for beginners. It’s super easy to use, and you can download a version with Nvidia drivers already included, which should save you some hassle. It's based on Fedora but is tailored to be user-friendly, especially for new users.

Your GTX 1650 is supported by modern Nvidia drivers, so you're good there! If you're new, ZorinOS is really beginner-friendly. Any distro that comes with Nvidia support pre-installed would be great, and even if you don't choose that, installing the drivers isn't too tough.

I always think that an Ubuntu derivative is a solid place to start. I use Kubuntu myself because I love the KDE Plasma interface. You might also consider Ubuntu GNOME, Mint, or PopOS. Just make sure to select the option to install third-party and proprietary software during setup—that'll help with the drivers!