Can anyone tell me where to start???

tkoy · 11-27-2009, 11:29 PM

hey guys,

Im sure many of you are familiar with the world of computers, which is something im getting very interested in. I was wondering if any of you guys can tell me where to start. Maybe post some nice helpful links that aren't outdated and some books that can maybe help. Programming is something i am interested in but i know i must smart small. help anyone?

**phe0nixblade** · 11-27-2009, 11:52 PM

thats a very broad thing you want
i mean what do you wanna do
program? build computers? photoshop? etc?
whatever you need you could find with google i bet

**rajdaddy** · 11-27-2009, 11:53 PM

If you don't know much, id suggest taking some A+ certification classes.
Im A+ certified.

tkoy · 11-27-2009, 11:56 PM

yeah sorry for not specifying. to start in any field in regard to computers there are basics that all should know correct? Such as simple terms anyone interested in computers should know. i would like to learn to how write C, java, or basic html. i find it all so interesting. Btw thanks for the reply

Jake_C · 11-28-2009, 10:25 AM

You want to learn how to program.

You should start with a programming language called Python, as it's a lot more beginner-friendly than most other languages out there. There's an easy-to-use introductory page to get you all set up here.

I'd love to explain more, but my ride just got here.

Anyway, programming is pretty intimidating when you first start out. If you need someone to fall back on, you can hit me up on AIM at "Sic Trans Gloria"

Good luck.

**Sprite-** · 11-28-2009, 11:10 AM

If you want to learn HTML or any web coding, www.w3schools.com is a great source that takes you step-by-step. It's where I learned.

tkoy · 11-28-2009, 04:33 PM

Great site man, thanks alot

**phe0nixblade** · 11-28-2009, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sprite-

If you want to learn HTML or any web coding, www.w3schools.com is a great source that takes you step-by-step. It's where I learned.

This, this is where I learned what I can do.

**reuben_tate** · 11-29-2009, 04:23 AM

I started programming with HTML which seems like the best way to work your way into the world of programming. Wow. That sounded cheesy.

Jake_C · 11-29-2009, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by reuben_tate

I started programming with HTML which seems like the best way to work your way into the world of programming. Wow. That sounded cheesy.

Maybe if coupled with a server-side scripting language such as PHP.

As far as actual programming goes, HTML barely scratches the surface. The only thing they would learn from HTML is the concept of typing "code" into a text editor and having it appear on-screen (whereas they would still be left in the dark on all things related to variables, control structures, functions, classes, etc).

That being said, XAMPP would be a great jumping-off point.

11-27-2009, 11:29 PM	#1
tkoy FFR Player Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 308	Can anyone tell me where to start??? hey guys, Im sure many of you are familiar with the world of computers, which is something im getting very interested in. I was wondering if any of you guys can tell me where to start. Maybe post some nice helpful links that aren't outdated and some books that can maybe help. Programming is something i am interested in but i know i must smart small. help anyone? __________________

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tkoy FFR Player Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 308	Re: Can anyone tell me where to start??? yeah sorry for not specifying. to start in any field in regard to computers there are basics that all should know correct? Such as simple terms anyone interested in computers should know. i would like to learn to how write C, java, or basic html. i find it all so interesting. Btw thanks for the reply __________________

11-28-2009, 10:25 AM	#5
Jake_C FFR Player Join Date: Jun 2007 Age: 31 Posts: 2	Re: Can anyone tell me where to start??? You want to learn how to program. You should start with a programming language called Python, as it's a lot more beginner-friendly than most other languages out there. There's an easy-to-use introductory page to get you all set up here. I'd love to explain more, but my ride just got here. Anyway, programming is pretty intimidating when you first start out. If you need someone to fall back on, you can hit me up on AIM at "Sic Trans Gloria" Good luck.

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