How should I start coding?

Hi there
It's always been a goal of mine to learn to make softwares. Only problem is, I don't know where to get started. I mainly wanna do (as I stated above) software stuff such as making scripts etc. Could you point me in the right direction as to what languages to start with, how to learn them, and any other tips you may have. Thanks for reading and I look forward to all your answered

 

Developing software and writing scripts is actually quite different. Do you have an idea or example of the kind of program that you would like to do?

 

Well the rsps thing is something I'd like to help with and making scripts. So I guess I would wanna do both if I got that right.

 

Java

 

Where should I learn java?

 

Java Tutorial - Installing the JDK

Learn to code

Once you've got the basics down, think of a small project and make it. I've got some project ideas that are good for beginners in this thread: Project ideas

 

Thanks! Was looking at codecademy but didn't know how good it was. Did you learn from it?

 

Na I taught myself but I realise that not everyone can learn that way

 

Here's a good Java tutorial made by a script writer from Tribot:
https://tribot.org/forums/topic/47784-tutorial-learning-java-with-tribot-1-the-very-beginning/

I say start with the language you want to learn, I've never understood the whole "learn this language first" advice. I'd recommend taking classes if you can.

 

Thanks I'll check it out . About the classes, looking into that but there all summer classes so I guess I need to wait till then XD

 

code academy really is your best bet, i saw how you said you wanted to use it above. You easily learn the language there and, though i did it back in school too, i didn't enjoy it because i self-taught myself it starting from programming with project insanity and learning java that way (while being spoon fed most of my code and just remembering how it looks, but that's literally the same concept as learning). i'd recommend you do the same as I did if you want to take it an easy and slow way, you really learn what code goes where and why it does if you begin to look at their code more in-depth, especially if you're leeching off of a good programmer on rune-server, and not those sloppy half-ass written codes.

 

I DID start codecademy and forgot to start again again XD. I'm so busy with school and other stuff that I'll prob have to do everything on the weekends. It's good to know that codecademy works though, thanks .

 

Tomorrow go to the library and search for a book about Object-oriented Programming.
If you are serious about learning to code, this will help you out so much.
Don't hestitate, just do it. Don't procrastinate, just do it.
JUST DO IT.

If you ever get stuck and you need help or you have any more questions, you can message me on Skype.

 

Your right lol, the "JUST DO IT" is a problem I have. I put so much stuff to the side even when I really want to do this. Thank you for that advice

 

I agree with the CodeCademy suggestions. I didn't personally learn from them, but I've done the Ruby course and can vouch that it's quite thorough. After you learn the basic syntax and whatnot, the most important part of learning to program is practicing! Just like any other skill, practice makes perfect. Hackerrank is a terrific website for programming challenges. There's even a feature in the website where if you satisfy a specific problem's requirements, you'll automatically be offered a job interview by a near by company!

 

Project Euler is a fun way to get used to the basics. It's very rewarding for beginners since they can solve interesting and challenging problems with basic programming knowledge! Good luck

 

If you're going to use an IDE make sure it's one that provides good tips and is helpful when you do something wrong.

I'm currently developing an RSPS if there's something I can teach you there.

 

Thanks for the advice/offer but I'm good for now and have my interests in other thing and I'm busy with school. May try learning in summer when I have a lot of free time.

 

Purchase a book relating to a certain programming language. Read the book. Then, apply the knowledge by using programming challenge websites or working on projects of personal interest.

About - Project Euler
I can recall using very early on.

Coderbyte | The #1 Website for Coding Challenges
Showing up on Google near the top at the moment.

This is a decent Reddit post with a lot of information which might be useful to you in the future.
Websites that give programming problems to solve, and websites with online programming interfaces. especially in python. • r/learnprogramming

 

Thanks shin

I'll prob be replacing books for a class I'm going to this summer. Hopefully I pick up the basics and go from there