I'm basically just looking for a little advice on the best way to break into programming. I've been in IT for more than 15 years and lately I find scripting and coding interesting. I would like to learn Java and other portable or platform independent languages. I also think that web developing might be fun to learn as well. what would be the quickest route to finding work as an entry level developer? Should I start with java, ruby, python, etc.


Thanks for any advice

I always say R and Python

But its tough to argue one or the other...there are good
reasons to use those and others

And there are tons of resources that are a google away,
on-line courses, etc

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so many free resources.

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Stoicism and chill.
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Stay +.
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Not trying to scare you off, but it does take some time.

http://www.vikingcodeschool.com/posts/why-learning-to-code-is-so-damn-hard

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Gang Starr / Nujabes blend - https://youtu.be/lsci1vu6ick
DOOM Tribute - https://youtu.be/qmBQ2BDefKM
Donut of the Heart cover in Javascript - https://youtu.be/afLc2CkC8lk

If you're wanting to get into Mobile App Development or anything 'Front-end' (UI/UX) related, you'll need to understand JavaScript. Plus, its syntax and basic structure is similar to alot of other languages. You would be able to write and understand jQuery or any other scripting language.

Whatever language you choose isn't as important as knowing or learning good methods and good examples of coding and understanding why the particular blocks of code work. (Or knowing 'why' the code works)

You could join a Open Source project and volunteer to document their code.

It would give you access to a community of coders who should give advice or guidance on the ideal way that community wants their project coded.

After a while, if you feel comfortable, you could start debugging their code. Then once you've continued to grow in confidence, write new features for that project.