Patiee:

React is not actually a Framework though.

kazeemhabeeb47:
i love php!, it's easy to learn

LordRahl001:
I really appreciate javanian for creating ds thread! (Would love to meet him/her in person smday if God xo pleases. I apreciate those that av contributed constructively to this thread. I hope to c naija programmers become hotcakes in d international market. I don't mean to create any any confusion or debate but just want to patch xome loose ends.
Firstly, html, css, javascript and php are not programming languages.
HTML is simply a markup language that only a browser understands. You can try to read the content of a page with your textbox or texarea and see what it displays. Ur raw html codes. You processor does not act on HTML codes, ur browser does.

CSS( cascade style sheet) is best at what it is stylesheet. Jt to add flavour to the presentation of a n HTML page. Developed with the oop perspective of reusability. Although, css is being imported in other apps like LWUIT for j2me and phonegap for rendering of pages

Also javascript like you said is used to add dynamism to a page and make it more lively. Bt its just a script like an applet in java. To carry oit a specific task on as needed basis. Javascript, css cannot stand alone as they needed to be added to a webpage b4 both can b functional xo idont think they qualify to be called a programming language but they are real deal esp the javascript library jQuery. Its a very great wonder.

For php, have you ever checkd d processes that are running on ur system and by chance u saw php No because php needs to be installed on a sever which can b Apache Tomcat, the popular one(imo)for wamp and xamp, also glassfish server(jsp). To further elaborate on ur defination of web application, it is an application that is mainly understood by a browser(whatever type) safari, IE, navigator, crazy B, flock, opera etc. Honestly I stand to be corrected and will really appreciate feedbacks from the gems here. As really I appreciate the posts and contributions and also the couurage of javanian. May God continue to bless you

To the topic, what Language should I start with, I will ask first do you understand algorithms and flowcharts, if yes, then can you write little programs with QBASIC I know many eyebrows will be raised here but one thing is dat is d purpose of that language: to teach beginners. It is pure english, using keywords like input whych wit common sense means insert, supply or whatever! And print, then from QBASIC you can go GUI with VB6, (u said am outdated) it has d same syntax with QBASIC just the GUI and database diff. While learning vb6, u can take a crash course on html but pls don't use IDE. Start with notepad. Gives u total control. Then move to the .NET framework or use ur GUI idea and ur flow of control in QBASIC to delve into java and the world of OOP. Then brush up ur HTML with css and javascript( tho I'd rather jQuery) from there, I don't think u need anyonw to tell u where to go as u will c lots of doors b4 u. If u r into java, u'll c javacard, jsp, jsf, java TV, if u r into microsoft, u'll c d .NET frameworks lyk visual c#, vb.NET, windows fone, asp/aspx etc and if u wuld love open source scripts, then php would be really intruiging. I hope ds helps sm1 jt lyk it helpd me coz dts my ladder. Again I thank and aprc8 everyone here. C u at d top by God's grace!!!!

Unbiased1:


I'm not a pro at Programming but, I feel this is an easy way to start learning coding especially when you want to be good at multiple IT fields like web development, app development and game development.
One programming language I'll advice beginners to learn is JavaScript as well as it's frameworks.

1) First, you learn HTML markup language. This is like the skeleton of any website or web application.

2) Learn CSS. This helps you beautify your web application.

3) Learn JavaScript. This programming language used to be the 2nd most popular programming language in the world after Python (I don't know about now). This makes your web app interactive.
The good part is that with HTML, CSS and JavaScript, you can build mobile apps using Adobe PhoneGap and the app will be supported by different operating systems. JavaScript can also be used to build Games using Unity 3d game engine. Most people tend to use C# programming language for coding games in Unity 3d but, JavaScript can also be used. So you can see that JavaScript is a multipurpose language.

4) Learn jQuery. This one can be described as a simpler version of JavaScript. It shortens the length of your code and is simpler and easier than JavaScript. You can also call it a branch of JavaScript if you like.

5) Boost your skill by learning Angular which is a Framework of JavaScript. Websites like Aliexpress, Jumia, Konga etc were built with Angular. The good part is that Angular uses JavaScript which you may have been familiar with by now which makes learning Angular easier for you to learn.

6) Learn NodeJS. You may have heard of Frontend development, backend development and full stack development. HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular and jQuery are frontend development. They are used for building what the client/user sees on the web such as your websites template. Anything that involves designing the user interface of your website (what the user sees on the screen) is called front-end development. As for back-end, this has to do with the server side and database side of your web app. This part can't be seen by the user and is usually the complicated part of web development. Cases where a user has to open an account on your website or submit files etc are examples of what back-end development is all about. Full Stack Development is the combination of Front-end and Back-end. Most people use PHP and SQL for back-end development but, since I don't want you to deviate from JavaScript into another Programming language, I advice you learn Node JS. Node JS is another framework of JavaScript that I believe will also be easy for you to use since you must have learnt JavaScript before now.

7) React is another framework of JavaScript that can be used to build apps.

Just learn JavaScript and it's frameworks and you will enjoy it.

jikins:
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This is very insightful, I have a few question though.

Which is better in terms of application and ease of understanding between Jquery and React?

Is it advisable to learn just html, css, java script, react then node js only?

Also are JS libraries related and easy to learn, say for example one wants to have a go at learning all of them or maybe most like Jquery, react, bootstrap n the likes? Will it be of any help or is best to stick with one and fully master it?

roccoJerry:
You can start with any general-purpose programming language like C++, Java, or Python. Start with these programming languages, learn the basic syntaxes, learn OOP, and then start learning data structure and algorithm. Later you can practice on competitive programming websites like HackRank, HackerEarth.
https://www.knowprogram.com/java-language-tutorial/

Unbiased1:


I'm not a pro at Programming but, I feel this is an easy way to start learning coding especially when you want to be good at multiple IT fields like web development, app development and game development.
One programming language I'll advice beginners to learn is JavaScript as well as it's frameworks.

1) First, you learn HTML markup language. This is like the skeleton of any website or web application.

2) Learn CSS. This helps you beautify your web application.

3) Learn JavaScript. This programming language used to be the 2nd most popular programming language in the world after Python (I don't know about now). This makes your web app interactive.
The good part is that with HTML, CSS and JavaScript, you can build mobile apps using Adobe PhoneGap and the app will be supported by different operating systems. JavaScript can also be used to build Games using Unity 3d game engine. Most people tend to use C# programming language for coding games in Unity 3d but, JavaScript can also be used. So you can see that JavaScript is a multipurpose language.

4) Learn jQuery. This one can be described as a simpler version of JavaScript. It shortens the length of your code and is simpler and easier than JavaScript. You can also call it a branch of JavaScript if you like.

5) Boost your skill by learning Angular which is a Framework of JavaScript. Websites like Aliexpress, Jumia, Konga etc were built with Angular. The good part is that Angular uses JavaScript which you may have been familiar with by now which makes learning Angular easier for you to learn.

6) Learn NodeJS. You may have heard of Frontend development, backend development and full stack development. HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular and jQuery are frontend development. They are used for building what the client/user sees on the web such as your websites template. Anything that involves designing the user interface of your website (what the user sees on the screen) is called front-end development. As for back-end, this has to do with the server side and database side of your web app. This part can't be seen by the user and is usually the complicated part of web development. Cases where a user has to open an account on your website or submit files etc are examples of what back-end development is all about. Full Stack Development is the combination of Front-end and Back-end. Most people use PHP and SQL for back-end development but, since I don't want you to deviate from JavaScript into another Programming language, I advice you learn Node JS. Node JS is another framework of JavaScript that I believe will also be easy for you to use since you must have learnt JavaScript before now.

7) React is another framework of JavaScript that can be used to build apps.

Just learn JavaScript and it's frameworks and you will enjoy it.

GlobalAIHub:
Hi, you guys can check the Global AI Hub community to learn more about programming opportunities in Python, also there is going to be an online, interactive and free INTRODUCTIN TO MACHINE LEARNING course on 19th of Nov.

Unbiased1:


jQuery is the easiest JavaScript library to learn. It makes your work compact and it has so many lovely plugins that can help your produce wonderful web pages without stress. As for React, this one uses JSX (javascript XML). With React, you can easily update your website without the user having to reload the website. The best part is that with React Native, you can convert your code into an Android or iOS app without having to alter your code.
Node Js is a good server side Framework but, I'm not yet learning Node js, I'm currently working on PHP and mySQL database.
So in conclusion, it's actually easy to learn different JS libraries, just learn the main JavaScript, jQuery would be a piece of cake for you then you can learn React Js and it's sister React Native first. For Bootstrap, I really don't know about your memory capacity oo but, I'm not sure a human being can fully memorize all the classes for everything in bootstrap. Just include Bootstrap link to your code and open w3schools.com or google in another tab to get any class you need in bootstrap. Bootstrap makes designing very easy and simple, at list it's better than writing too many css code just to design a single button or drop-down list and it automatically adjusts to any screen size.

ebunchi:


Can I learn PHP on my own since I already know JavaScript, and is there any PHP frame work ?thanks

ebunchi:


Can I learn PHP on my own since I already know JavaScript, and is there any PHP frame work ?thanks

96forever:
I’ll like to learn programming and graphic designing.

I have a budget of 100k what is the best laptop I can get for that price?

possibilita:
I want to learn how to create website but I don't have knowledge of these languages, pls any advice where to start?
Someone told me to start with youtube but it's difficult listening to these videos as I have ear disability

surzkidoo:

try w3schools.com