This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Ziad OUALHADJ
Learning to code can represent a lot of hard work, but with the right approach, anybody can become proficient in coding. Here are 5 essential tips for beginners, to help you kickstart your programming journey.
1 : Start with the basics
The first step to starting programming is to learn, understand and master the basics. Start by learning how digital logic, memory and CPUs work and start coding using more beginner-friendly languages, like Python. You can even start learning to program on Scratch.
Also, for an optimal entry into the field, don't forget to start by learning some important fundamentals, like variables, data types and control structures, since they are common to all languages.
Once you have a solid understanding of the basics, you can gradually move on to more complex topics.
2 : Practice is key
Coding is all about practicing and building fun projects. The more you practice, the better you become. Start by writing simple programs and scripts, then gradually transition to more complex ideas. Don't hesitate to participate in coding challenges and competitions to test your skills and learn from others. Check Leetcode's weekly coding contest, for example.
Don't just watch coding tutorials on YouTube, watch and code at the same time ;).
3 : Learn from others...
Learning from other people is an effective way to strengthen your newly established coding skills. Join online communities, Reddits, attend coding meetups, help other people on StackOverflow, participate in coding forums, open issues on GitHub...
Collaborate with other coders on various projects and learn from their experiences.
4 : ... and Learn for others
This fourth tip may sound weird. But hear me out, learning and understanding a concept, then trying to explain it to someone is proven to be more efficient than learning it by yourself.
You can do this with a friend in real life, or in an online community.
5 : Use the right online resources
There are plenty of online resources that can help you learn to code. Ranging from YouTube channels, to free, online and complete courses from Harvard, these resources provide a wealth of knowledge that you can use to improve your skills.
I will publish a followup article that will showcase some great tools and resources to learn programming.
Bonus : Keep on
Thanks for reading that far, so here is a bonus tip to thank you.
Programming can be frustrating. For example, you might get stuck with a bug that haunts you for days and nights. The key here is to stay motivated as long as you can, and celebrate all kinds of successes, no matter how small they are.
Don't get discouraged by failures, since they are a great way to learn. Learning to code isn't an objective, it is a long trip, since this field evolves permanently.
Conclusion
Learning to program requires time and dedication, but by following these 5 tips, you will start this journey in the best conditions.
Remember to start with the basics, practice and build projects, learn from others and for others, use the right online resources and stay motivated.
That's it for this article, I hope it was helpful !
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This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Ziad OUALHADJ
Ziad OUALHADJ | Sciencx (2023-05-01T18:28:55+00:00) 5 Essential Tips to Ease Your Programming Journey : A Beginner’s Guide. Retrieved from https://www.scien.cx/2023/05/01/5-essential-tips-to-ease-your-programming-journey-a-beginners-guide/
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