Learning a new language can be difficult, no matter the origin. That\u2019s not to say that it\u2019s impossible! We have put together some tips for learning almost any coding language:<\/p>\n
First off, there are over 100 languages that coders and programmers use (actually, we\u2019ve heard that there\u2019s even more than 2,000, and that\u2019s just because languages are developing every single day!), so don\u2019t feel overwhelmed. You can just simply pick from a list of 10, or whatever serves your coding goals best! Some of the most popular are JavaScript, Python, Java, Go, Elixir, Ruby, Kotlin, TypeScript, Scala, and Clojure.<\/p>\n
You know what one you want to learn? Great! (If not, don\u2019t stress, these tips apply to ALL languages.)<\/p>\n
You can\u2019t just read something and then let it be. You have to continuously keep practicing and using the language in order to become fluent in it. A fun way to practice is by solving coding challenges. There are websites such as LeetCode that can help you increase your fluency, and will teach you more about the structure and syntax of the language.<\/p>\n
While typing on a keyboard is the way you\u2019ll be using the coding language in the future, writing it down helps burn it into your memory and store it somewhere where you can easily access it. We\u2019re no brain experts, but have you ever noticed that you remember something better after writing it down? That\u2019s why. Give it a shot!<\/p>\n
It\u2019s exciting, yes, but we\u2019re not machines. Our brains need a break — even though it\u2019s for fun, and you WANT to do it. You still need a break, to give your mind time to store what you\u2019ve learned, give your eyes a rest, and get the blood moving through your body again. Don\u2019t be a coding zombie.<\/p>\n
While you might not understand the language as a whole yet, reading the language in question — and reading a LOT — can\u2019t hurt, because you\u2019ll find yourself picking up on things as you go. Eventually you\u2019ll train yourself to read almost effortlessly.<\/p>\n
Use the language that you\u2019ve learned, and use it often! Even if it\u2019s in something small, you\u2019re still applying the knowledge that you\u2019ve gained, and making it part of your life. This ultimately helps build fluency and recognition.<\/p>\n
Linters are code-analyzing tools that flag any errors or bugs you may have created in your newly-learned coding language, so that way you can go back and fix the problem. Think of it as a SpellCheck for coding.<\/p>\n
It might be hard to do at first, but don\u2019t give up! Once you beat that learning curve, you\u2019ll find that learning these new languages is fun and effective! Go on! Try it!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Learning a new language can be difficult, no matter the origin. That\u2019s not to say that it\u2019s impossible! We have put together some tips for learning almost any coding language: First off, there are over 100 languages that coders and programmers use (actually, we\u2019ve heard that there\u2019s even more than 2,000, and that\u2019s just because … <\/p>\n