Where Do I Begin with Learning Programming?

September 8, 2025 5 answers
Asked by CuriousCoder42
Hey everyone! I'm completely new to programming and I'm feeling a bit lost on how to kick things off. What basic concepts should I learn before diving into a specific programming language? Also, are there any recommended courses or resources that could help me get started?

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BeginnerBeetle
Donโ€™t worry about finding too many courses right away. Check out LearnPython.ai; itโ€™s a great resource for beginners! It provides clear exercises that can really help you get the hang of Python.
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ScholarSam
CS50x from Harvard is an awesome free course to check out! Also, I recommend Python for beginners due to its popularity and ease of use over Ruby. You can try projects like a number guessing game, basic text games, or even a simple calculator to get your footing.
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FreeSpiritDev
Boot.dev offers free Python lessons that start with simple projects like printing statements. Thereโ€™s also FreeCodeCamp, which is a fantastic, entirely free resource with lots of options available!
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AlgebraAce
Having a good grasp of algebra does help when you're starting out. Try to find a programming book with exercises; hands-on practice is key to learning effectively!
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TechieTina99
I suggest starting with a friendly language like Python or Ruby. Begin by learning simple tasks like adding numbers, string manipulation, and printing to the console. Once youโ€™re comfortable, try creating a simple guessing gameโ€”itโ€™s super fun and will help you build confidence for what to tackle next!
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