I have a very strong passion for

computer programming, I
would like to get into programming as soon as possible. What are the advice u hav for me? what
languages should I learn first? what initial
paths should I take? what do I need
to watch out for? How can I become
a better programmer? Starting
point? What is the secret i need to know about programming?


Thanks in advance!

No need of spamming this forum.

Start from here:

https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-675710.0.html

My advice for you is to start with C# and ASP.Net, this will allow you to start developing web applications straightaway.

My opinion, i think you need to understand the architect of a computer. What i mean is this, you need to understand the structure of a computer, learn how hardwares interact with software and vice. I assure you, if don't learn this, there is no way you will be come a good programmer.

The best programming language to start with is C, all modern languages are based on C.  All you need is notepad and a compiler, Or use linux where a C compiler is installed by default. A good textbox I will recommend is "Teach yourself C in 21 days".  Of course, you cannot learn it all in 21 days but its a good start, good luck on what will turn out to be a long and rewarding journey.

nolongTing:

The best programming language to start with is C

are u trying to kill him or something , there are better structured languages out there , and am sure he does not want to start with firmware programming, just incase i am wrong you can settle for ASM if you are into firmware ,

TO be more serious with you , i would advise C#, properly structured, ease to understand, and you dont have to know OOP to develop resonable softwares,
Python is another good one, thats if you want to settle for a scripting language


any one you decide to go for i can provide interractive tutors at no cost

PHP
JAVA
C#
VB.NET
ASM
C
C++
and a lot more , the decision is yours

@netghost. pls send me the interactive material of c# vb and java. I will most appreciate it.

my email is saintiyke2much at gmail .com

saintiyke:

@netghost. pls send me the interactive material of c# vb and java. I will most appreciate it.

sorry dude , too larrrrrrrggggggeeeeeee

@netghost. are u resident in Abuja?

saintiyke:

@netghost. are u resident in Abuja?

Lasgidi

Afritelly:

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No need of spamming this forum.

Start from here:

https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-675710.0.html

Afritelly:

No need of spamming this forum.

Start from here:

https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-675710.0.html

Thnx for the link, hav read the whole thread,  but am still confused cuz there is alot of programming languages there that was surgested to be learnt first, like java, c++, c, c#, python, php etc, which should i really learn first?

Thnx to y'll for ur advise, its deeply appreciated, @netghost, due to the comments hav read in other threads and so on, i guess i hav to start with java, since its highly recomended by programmers in this forum, pls netghost, how do i get the tutorial u talked about? Cuz i need to start learning as soon as possible.

Thnx alot.

if you are

okundia ernest:

@netghost, due to the comments hav read in other threads and so on, i guess i hav to start with java, since its highly recomended by programmers in this forum, pls netghost, how do i get the tutorial u talked about? Cuz i need to start learning as soon as possible.
Thnx alot.

not C#

if you reside within lagos, you can come for it

After learning Python, what can I do with it? Thanks.

charlsecy4:

After learning Python, what can I do with it? Thanks.

u eat it ofcos!
Don't mind me , just joking.

netghost pls i'd like 2 cum 4 it as well.pls can i get ur number? 10x in anticipashun

For learning computer programming you must learn at first C language,because C language is structure programming language and base of other language.

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My advice for you is to start with C or C++, If you are new in programming world, So, Suggest to you to start with C or C++,
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@netghost i will appreciate it you can also send me d interactive lessons c# & php . my email is sweetkorex@gmail.com or @yahoo.com

I'd tell you to start with C but I'm 'fraid Fayimora'll send my forum access to Binary Hell.
It's hard, I know, but almost all other languages are based on it.
But failing that (please, who wouldn't), do the cowardly thing and start with Java. Not that there's anything wrong with it, far from it. I practically breathe Java nowadays.
'nother option is to, nah, that can't be done by a noob. Wanna bet? Here goes: machine language. Pure 1's and 0's.
*hiding under table in fear of Fayimora's wrath.*

Actually, I've been folowing this thread and i must say a million tanx to netghost.
Pls netghost, i'll need ur contacts (fone number) cos i reside in lagos and i'll need the C++ material.
Pls help.

@netghost, i am intrested in the tutorials hw can i contact u pls?

javalord: My opinion, i think you need to understand the architect of a computer. What i mean is this, you need to understand the structure of a computer, learn how hardwares interact with software and vice. I assure you, if don't learn this, there is no way you will be come a good programmer.

javalord, I decided to pick on your response for my question instead of starting a new thread. I have been given postgraduate admission by two different colleges. However, one is about hardware (networking, computer architecture, installing os) plus web design while the other is strictly, web design, oracle, java, database courses. I have not really been exposed to either hardware or software. Which would put food on the table fast as my investment in education needs to at least start yielding back quickly after graduation. thank you

C and C++ is first need of computer programming. Its are basic languages which make good idea and manpower in programmer mind. It helps well to create good programs and make easy to get perfect result.

[quote
author=netghost]

are u trying to kill him or something , there are better structured
languages out there , and am sure he does not want to start with
firmware programming, just incase i am wrong you can settle for ASM if
you are into firmware ,

TO be more serious with you , i would advise C#, properly structured,
ease to understand, and you dont have to know OOP to develop resonable
softwares,
Python is another good one, thats if you want to settle for a scripting
language


any one you decide to go for i can provide interractive tutors at no
cost

PHP
JAVA
C#
VB.NET
ASM
C
C++
and a lot more , the decision is yours[/quote]

pls i need d videos on java PHP nd c. my email is lakeside2050@yahoo.com. tanx in anticipation

No matter whatever you learn but just excel in that. Learn any language but learn it properly.
I have started with C, then C++ and then I learned Java and after that .NET..
Some of the basic concepts are common for all but syntax varies in all of them. But still I suggest you to start up with .NET as amongst all the programming languages that I have done, I liked .Net very much as it is easy to use and I enjoyed working on .Net framework.

My own opinion is for you to start with C Language, itz a great programming language to work with, it will put you in a better shape to move on to other languages. You can google Codeblocks, great IDE for C.