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barragan:
You can't install an IDE on a tablet and you need an IDE for any serious coding.

I am a programmer, I didn't install any IDE.

I run my codes on the cloud

ThatWriterBoy:
Good afternoon everyone. I just started to learn to code a few months ago. I have been using my phone since I started with Sololearn, but now I want to get a laptop to continue.
However, I have been wondering if it's possible for me to get a tablet instead and write my codes there.
Are there any disadvantages? Please enlighten me.

Oga, If you get a Mac device or chrome device, you can do all your Programming.


Cloud Computing has helped, you don't need to install IDE

February30:
I am a programmer, I didn't install any IDE.

I run my codes on the cloud

That's nice, what's your setup?

ThatWriterBoy:
Good afternoon everyone. I just started to learn to code a few months ago. I have been using my phone since I started with Sololearn, but now I want to get a laptop to continue.
However, I have been wondering if it's possible for me to get a tablet instead and write my codes there.
Are there any disadvantages? Please enlighten me.

Most people on this forum are of the opinion that you should get a laptop. I have one for sale. HP EliteBOOK, Corei5, 6 GB RAM 450 plus ROM. WINDOWS 10 PRO. Going for 64k. No ba3, the ba3 is dead and I use it roughly. I use it for movies, project and exam typing. And my brother use it for gaming. So if you are interested, let me know

barragan:
That's nice, what's your setup?

Chrome OS

Always on the net,

I use jdoodle

ekeneagu. links to some of my projects

So far, I think beginners will like SoloLearn. The lessons will be easy to follow

owagbeba:
Hi. I am old boy but I would like to learn a new trick. How do I start to learn coding?

Is sololearn good for a beginner?

By the way, if you are in Lagos, you can get a cheap laptop from importers at Ojo Alaba. Even cheaper if you get those older models and upgrade the hardwares

ASHTAROTH:
Please get a laptop and ensure the speed and RAM is top notch.
Also, don't use sololearn. I will recommend you use Codecademy.

Please can you tell me why?

ThatWriterBoy:
Please can you tell me why?

Codecademy is project-focused.
You'll have a range of portfolios (GitHub) by the time you are done with your path (Full stack, backend, frontend, data science, etc)
Codecademy is text-based with a separate window to code; with occasional videos - it's easier to learn with only text, believe me, video courses slow you.

If you don't want to pay for Codecademy, Google 'the Odin project' - it is free.

Another platform I enjoy using is educative.io
If you want to pay less, use VPN to change your location to Pakistan - you will pay %70 less for one year of access. Same for Codecademy.

amjokes:
Pls how much can 1 buy the UK used one currently(laptop)

seen?

Bukola94:
Most people on this forum are of the opinion that you should get a laptop. I have one for sale. HP EliteBOOK, Corei5, 6 GB RAM 450 plus ROM. WINDOWS 10 PRO. Going for 64k. No ba3, the ba3 is dead and I use it roughly. I use it for movies, project and exam typing. And my brother use it for gaming. So if you are interested, let me know

Is this laptop still available

luvyaself95:
Is this laptop still available

yes

Bukola94:
yes

going for 56k, but u will have to replace the battery and fix of the open and close. I will upload the picture of the notebook later.

Bro get a laptop, even after getting a laptop with time you will know you have to upgrade it.
So a tablet doesn't count, I'll rather code with a phone instead of paying huge some for a mobile phone functionality.

luvyaself95:
Is this laptop still available

yes it is, I have been trying to run Windows 11 on it. Please did you have idea of the drivers that can be use for it? It is been saying drivers missing

anyone that have idea of how I can drive it to run on Windows 11 should please show a narration. God bless

Odin project is good but check up CS50