I have a B.sc in Geology, but the world is changing, jobs ain't coming. So I want to change with the tide. I want to learn a programming language to develop myself. I learnt this would endear me to more employment prospects. Please I need your sincere answers, as I'm very confused. Which programming language would be easiest for me to learn? I have no previous background in computer science other than the aspect everybody knows. Thanks in advance!!

There are a lot of various programming languages depending on what you want to do. So what I always advice beginners is to pick a path first.
For example are you interested designing websites or developing mobile apps or games or PC software?

Just pick any path you feel you want to try out. There is really no wrong choice here, as they most likely converge at some point with enough experience.

@kellord once you pick a path, we can then advice you on what language to start with. Bare in mind web development seems to be easiest as there is little computer/laptop specification required to start.

jidez007:
There are a lot of various programming languages depending on what you want to do. So what I always advice beginners is to pick a path first.
For example are you interested designing websites or developing mobile apps or games or PC software?

Just pick any path you feel you want to try out. There is really no wrong choice here, as they most likely converge at some point with enough experience.

I'm more interested in developing mobile apps

jidez007:
@kellord once you pick a path, we can then advice you on what language to start with. Bare in mind web development seems to be easiest as there is little computer/laptop specification required to start.

which in your opinion has a higher demand?

kellord:
I'm more interested in developing mobile apps

Ok good. I'll recommend Dart language and https://Flutter.dev for mobile apps development

kellord:
which in your opinion has a higher demand?

Web design has a higher demand but mobile apps will earn you more per project and in terms of employment.

jidez007:


Ok good. I'll recommend Dart language and https://Flutter.dev for mobile apps development

wow, never heard of that before. I'll try it, but you must know I have no background whatsoever.

kellord:
which in your opinion has a higher demand?

I dey laugh you. Now to you, which of them would you do if you're not going to be paid a penny? let's start from here.

Can you learn for 3 000+ hrs without income? Can u even bear to sit down for that long?

Money follows Mastery. It takes time to gain the skills.

#not an exact estimate. It could b longer or shorter.

asalimpo:
Can you learn for 3 000+ hrs without income? Can u even bare to sit down for that long?

Money follows Mastery. It takes time to gain the skills.

#not an exact estimate. It could b longer or shorter.

You're not far from the truth.

asalimpo:
Can you learn for 3 000+ hrs without income? Can u even bear to sit down for that long?

Money follows Mastery. It takes time to gain the skills.

#not an exact estimate. It could b longer or shorter.

I can

stanliwise:
I dey laugh you. Now to you, which of them would you do if you're not going to be paid a penny? let's start from here.

python

I'm interested in programming too. pls what kinda system � would you recommend for me (Although I had Dell corei5 in mind)

See this

Tella360:
See this

Research about Computer science because there are exciting parts that is very Lucrative like AI, Ml, Data Scientist etc. Just try and Google it. REMEMBER COMPUTER SCIENCE IS DIFFERENT FROM PROGRAMMING

kellord:
python

Now you're talking. From passion to money. Build yourself to an extent that you eat and drink python. Solve many problems with it. 3hrs a day is enough. later you'll realise you're work ready.

kellord:
I can

if you can,then u dont need teaching guidance or advice. That amount of time is enough for you to learn by trial and error until you are upto intermediate level.