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This really should be in the Dev section, but for fear of the thread getting trashed, I put it in Q & A. If this question has been posted, don't flame me...just point me to the link.
Simply, I want to learn to code in Linux. I now know next to nothing. I have learned most of the shell commands and such, but where do I go from here.
What language is Android in (Java, I presume. But isC++ useful)? I can find tutorials and I am intelligent, so I should be able to learn some on my own. Where do I start?
I have found several interactive tutorials:
1. Learning to program in C++
2. Learning to program in Java
Which one to pursue? I don't want to be Cyanogen or anything, but can't stand to be left out of the loop.
Will
Android apps are built in java. Start here for the SDK and plenty of useful info to get you going:
http://developer.android.com/index.html
Developer.android.com is a good place to start.. its modified form of java called dalvik, but java none the less. C is good for terminal apps, and Im pretty sure you can include some c in apps now too
the language is the least thing you should worry about though. Pick up a book on programming for dummies (i mean it, not trying to be mean or anything) or something that teaches you the basics of programming. There are several conventional approaches that we use to program. You can dive head first into Java, or C++, etc, but if you don't yet understand program flow (sequential, looping, or branching) or about data types and structures, objects, etc, you'll still be at a loss. Programming is a very general concept and once you get the hang of it, then you can pick whichever language is the best tool for what you'll be doing (in this case, google's android implementation of java).
Also pick up some HTML and javascript, both combined will make it a lot easier to understand XML once you get to it, and for some of the shell scripting associated with putting out roms, give using any linux distro as your real main OS a try for a few months. It's frustrating at first, but you'll learn so much trying to learn how to use it.
Jubeh,
Exactly the answer I was looking for. While thankful to the other posters, I think they understood me as having some knowledge (I tried to dive right into the SDK and it made about as much sense as Hebrew).
I am downloading a book called C++ for dummies and another by O'reily.
Let's see where this leads....I hope it is something that if I am dedicated enough can be learned outside a classroom.
Thanks all....
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shouldn't be posting warez, alritewhadeva.
Anyway, I'm also studying several android-related topics right now. I took like two computer science classes in highschool (first was intro to programming in basic and then advanced concepts in c++) and then did scheme programming for my first semester in college for bs-cs and java for my data structures semester, and then I quit school . I also did some self-taught learning in HTML (back when we actually made pages in HTML), javascript, and java applets.
Anyway, I hadn't touched any coding since about 6 years ago and now with android i'm trying to get back into it, but I've pretty much forgotten many things (syntax mostly, concepts stick with you), so right now I picked a book for programming for dummies too. I'm almost 3/4 done in 2 days because I know most of that stuff, but the refresher is nice. I plan on picking up a C++ book next, to get up to date with the current implementation, and because once you understand C++ (it's high level enough and low-level enough), java and other object oriented languages are a breeze to understand. After it I plan on catching up to JAVA 6, and then hopefully dive into android's java. It's a lot of work and requires dedication when you're doing it on your own, but it's also rewarding (both personally, and in that you could always get a job with just C++ that pays well enough for limited knowledge)
jubeh said:
shouldn't be posting warez, alritewhadeva.
Anyway, I'm also studying several android-related topics right now. I took like two computer science classes in highschool (first was intro to programming in basic and then advanced concepts in c++) and then did scheme programming for my first semester in college for bs-cs and java for my data structures semester, and then I quit school . I also did some self-taught learning in HTML (back when we actually made pages in HTML), javascript, and java applets.
Anyway, I hadn't touched any coding since about 6 years ago and now with android i'm trying to get back into it, but I've pretty much forgotten many things (syntax mostly, concepts stick with you), so right now I picked a book for programming for dummies too. I'm almost 3/4 done in 2 days because I know most of that stuff, but the refresher is nice. I plan on picking up a C++ book next, to get up to date with the current implementation, and because once you understand C++ (it's high level enough and low-level enough), java and other object oriented languages are a breeze to understand. After it I plan on catching up to JAVA 6, and then hopefully dive into android's java. It's a lot of work and requires dedication when you're doing it on your own, but it's also rewarding (both personally, and in that you could always get a job with just C++ that pays well enough for limited knowledge)
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How is it a ware? Ebook...
Removed link anyway.
Thanks for asking this question pinetreehater. I've searched for the answer and not really found what I was looking for. I wanted to ask this myself but, as you stated, I didn't want to get noob-bashed.
I have some programming knowledge. I took some of the older langauges in highschool *mid 80's* (basic (of course), cobol, and assembler). And was quite good at it. IMHO. But I didn't really follow it after that and have basically forgot all of it.
I have a question.
Once I've got the books. How do I practice using them on my pc?
Just wondering if anyone on here is one.
Im really interested in become one but idk if I should go to a 4yr college
or a tech school (itt,devry etc..)
any advice?
university
A good well rounded university education is best if possible. Some start out and get a junior 2 year degree but make certain it's a match with the 4 year school you plan to get your BS degree. often it can take 5, 6 and even more years to finish. They give you projects with deadlines in a week. Computer Science requires much self-education so prepare to learn most things on your own. Programmers from Bill Gates and so on have made fortunes with their own initiative and creative spirit which one develops through intensive study and a drive to be creative much as an artist has. Programming is both a science and an art form.
Tone-E said:
Just wondering if anyone on here is one.
Im really interested in become one but idk if I should go to a 4yr college
or a tech school (itt,devry etc..)
any advice?
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Just don't buy a learn to program in 24hrs book
If you are to take that path, start programming before you enter college. I already programmed in a VB-like IDE for mobile devices a few years before I entered college and it saved my life. Since I already knew the basic concepts, I made it with nice grades while everyone struggled to understand our teacher.
Visual Basic might not be the best way to start, so I recommend a simple curly brace language like PHP (web-based, very permissive). If you already know HTML, you will love it.
Oh, and NEVER, EVER copy and paste code you don't understand. Take the time to grasp every function you use in your program/website. If possible, start from scratch and use 100% original code. It's the right way to innovate and make mistakes to learn from.
All the best!
-Another programming n00b
anarchyuk said:
Just don't buy a learn to program in 24hrs book
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I've found "For Dummies" books to be a great place to start and would have loved to know about it a few years ago. Heck I might have been a senior C++ or assembly programmer by now (jk)!
Hi,
I have to admit that I would start with VB.NET and then learn C/C++ eventually. Should have you covered for most platforms.
**** college. You can only learn to code by coding and reading - better prepare to spend a nice bit of hay at Amazon's.
I have a few recommended books here:
http://tamspalm.tamoggemon.com/category/hardware-reviews/book-reviews/
http://tamsppc.tamoggemon.com/category/reviews/hardware-reviews/books/
and also on the other sites.
Hows the salary?
To learn "Computer Science" you need to study at a college.
To "Program" all you need is interest and a logical mind.
I recommend Starting with C or Java, and then specializing in a niche area where you can get a lot of jobs. (For Ex: Android)
The salary is quite good when it comes to programming jobs if you can get hired at a place where your competences are valued.
how long did it take you to become a programmer and how is the work experience.
I'm not. I'm studying and slowly start to get web dev jobs. Work happens all at once and it's thrilling!
o thats cool did u go to a 4yr college or tech school?
So back when I was a teenager. I played around with vb. Wrote a couple very simple programs. A couple trojans using Winsocket ect ect. So I pretty much have no real direction with programming. I've always been the one of the group who "builds those pooter box thingamajigers". Lol, but hardware and software are VERY different. So I've been scanning the net and found a few good beginners java books. Got meh the pdf's, and I'm going to learn myself some java
So. One of these days. I may be able to contribute around here. With more than just words
[edit] I will be doing this is as a hobby, and maybe side projects. As I am a psych major.
Good Luck Zex....
Thanks man.....
Appreciate it
My auntie was learning java and used a programme called RoboCode. I think that has something to do with java. Try googling it. Basically you programme in java to make robots fight each other. Kinda cool. You should try it when you start a bit of java.
Oh and java apps would be good around here. Maybe Games??
I dunno.
Well good luck!!!
flyboy
well considering android is based from java. I figured I shall learn the ins and outs of it first. Before, I even try to mess with deving for our phones
native apps on android are in c++ though
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native apps on android are in c++ though
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What 'chu talikn' about, Willis? http://developer.android.com/guide/topics/fundamentals.html
I'm also learning Java as part of my A-level course, and man, loops are a ***** :-/
http://developer.android.com/sdk/ndk/index.html
ndk is c++
ndk == native development kit
I wasn't really talking about apps.
Also. Once I get the basics down. It'll be alot easier for me to understand the android sdk, and become familiar with it's api's.
This list is certainly not definitive but if you are not in the Computer Sciences by way of study or profession then the info below should help you get started...
Codecademy: Learn to code
www.codecademy.com/
Lessons to learn to code interactively.
Learn | Code.org
code.org/learn
Choose from 3 activities designed to give you your first experience programming.
Code Avengers: learn to code games, apps and websites
www.codeavengers.com/
Learn how to code games, apps and websites with fun and effective interactive games. HTML, CSS and JavaScript ...
Hurricane Electric Interactive Programming
https://code.he.net/
Interactive Programming Courses. Perl · PHP · Ruby · Python · SQL. Web Development Courses. HTML · CSS ...
Interactive Python Tutorial
www.learnpython.org/
LearnPython.org is a free interactive Python tutorial for people who want to learn Python, fast.
RubyMonk - Interactive Ruby tutorials
https://rubymonk.com/
Free, interactive tutorials to help you discover Ruby idioms, in your browser!
Code School: Learn by Doing
https://www.codeschool.com/
Code School teaches web technologies in the comfort of your browser with video lessons, coding challenges, and ...
List of interactive programming websites - Reddit
http://www.reddit.com/r/learnprogramming/comments/o3kej/list_of_interactive_programming_websites/
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Thanks for this, op
I wanna start with the new coding lesson. I have no idea about this but I want to learn this my own. I hope this will help me with the basic lessons
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Start at HTML. <DOCTYPE! HTML> can really help you understand how XML(extensible markup language) works.
Thanks for the info! I've been using Codecademy and can confirm its really good starting point if you want to become a web developer.
Thank you for the guide. I'm gathering informations in order to begin learning to code.
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sokrboot said:
This list is certainly not definitive but if you are not in the Computer Sciences by way of study or profession then the info below should help you get started...
Codecademy: Learn to code
www.codecademy.com/
Lessons to learn to code interactively.
Learn | Code.org
code.org/learn
Choose from 3 activities designed to give you your first experience programming.
Code Avengers: learn to code games, apps and websites
www.codeavengers.com/
Learn how to code games, apps and websites with fun and effective interactive games. HTML, CSS and JavaScript ...
Hurricane Electric Interactive Programming
https://code.he.net/
Interactive Programming Courses. Perl · PHP · Ruby · Python · SQL. Web Development Courses. HTML · CSS ...
Interactive Python Tutorial
www.learnpython.org/
LearnPython.org is a free interactive Python tutorial for people who want to learn Python, fast.
RubyMonk - Interactive Ruby tutorials
https://rubymonk.com/
Free, interactive tutorials to help you discover Ruby idioms, in your browser!
Code School: Learn by Doing
https://www.codeschool.com/
Code School teaches web technologies in the comfort of your browser with video lessons, coding challenges, and ...
List of interactive programming websites - Reddit
http://www.reddit.com/r/learnprogramming/comments/o3kej/list_of_interactive_programming_websites/
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which do you reccomend ofr c++?
I am interested in learning how to program things for android (ROMs, kernels, apps, everything) offline, what are some good resources?
You may need to know java.
Look for w3schools and also SoloLearn sites, they also have android APPs.
I'm learning English on Duolingo and I think I'm going well.
Android APPs are doing great.
Thanks
I reccomend to try Free Code Camp. It is an open source site where you can learn web languages (html, css, javascript, sql) and frameworks like Bootstrap. At the end of the course you will receive a certificate.
For the italian users i reccomend Html.it, you can learn a lot of different languages. If you want to learn objective oriented languages like java and C++ i reccomend the tutorials of Fcamuso on Youtube.
I'd like to add another great resource that lists 8 Free web development courses. Some of these courses even offer free certificates of completion. A very useful skill to add in your CV.
Some great resources here. once you have a base understanding, browsing Github projects and looking at code to understand how something is being done is a great way to pick up new techniques.
I remember the first time I have programmed using VBA. At that time, VB6 was popular and I learnt by looking at others' source code as well as some textbooks, with the limitation of internet connection. Well, quite nostalgia
bulvrdapp said:
Some great resources here. once you have a base understanding, browsing Github projects and looking at code to understand how something is being done is a great way to pick up new techniques.
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Agreed. Also if you have your own website, install something like Wordpress or any free forum software, and peek around under the hood.
good job
very good every body, thanks a lot
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UBorba said:
Look for w3schools and also SoloLearn sites, they also have android APPs.
I'm learning English on Duolingo and I think I'm going well.
Android APPs are doing great.
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your English is very good if I my say so. I actually love teaching myself new things as well and i started my journey of learning how to write code with a app from the playstore called grasshoper it is a great app think of it like sesame street for learning code.
I am now trying to venture out and learn more i have downloaded and installed both visual studio and android studio.
i taught myself how to root my phone moto g6 plus and how to install mods and custom rom's granted a couple of hiccups along the way and one panic attack lol but after 3 months of research and a couple of trial's and errors i finally found my way .
I hope this finds you in good spirits
Have a great DAY the Joker WAY " WITH A SMILE "
Instead of trudging through textbooks or online courses, the best way to learn is to just do it. Think of a project and try to achieve it, no matter how ugly or incompetent the code.
Hello everyone. Just gained the interest to learn coding especially Java and I wanted to ask are there any available Java online tutorial for a beginner ? I don't have any IT related knowledge as I'm from management course.
Hey there!
Are you into java or anything else can be considered as well?
For instance, when I was a newbie https://codegym.cc/ became helpful. You may have a look.
At the moment I'm learning python and it's a new challenge.
Whenever I need to learn a language or brush up long forgotten skills, I check the Udemy site. They have some reasonably prices courses on a range of subjects. Look out for their special discount weeks in case you plan to take up any course.
You can also find a lot of videos on YouTube