How to Learn any Programming Language Easily
Learning a new programming language seems like a daunting task. Many people start learning to code by selecting one of the popular programming language such as Python or JavaScript without clear understanding of their their need to learn programming. Basically, programming is a tool for problem solving. So, First step to solve a problem is to think. You need to think how to approach a problem and what to expect when that problem is resolved. Once you figure out how to solve that problem, then you need to write the code. Second step is to code in the right language. So, how do you know which programming language is best for your solution? The answer to this question is to follow a roadmap. Lastly, the third step is to learn that language.
So here are few strategies and tips to help you learn any programming language easily and efficiently.
1. Learn the Basic Concepts
Many newbies thinks that they need to learn the syntax of a programming language. But to learn any programming language it is essential to learn the basic concepts, because basic concepts of all programming languages are same. These concepts includes datatypes, variables, comments, input and output, functions, arrays, strings, operators, conditional statements, loops and classes etc. They all are same in all programming languages.
2. Stick to One Course
When newbies start learning to code, they are confused in choosing which is the best course or which tutorial they need to follow. First of all, you need to understand that you have to stick to one course only. Now the question is, which course or website you need to follow? You have to select any tutorial or course from any source which you can understand easily. Don’t rush into “this is the popular course” or “this is not an advance level course” type courses. You just have to learn from one course.
3. Practice, Practice and Practice
After learning the basic concepts, you have to practice them on your own. Think of a problem and try to solve it using the concepts you have learned. For example, after learning operators, you try to make calculator or a program that provides table of any number. And then try to make some realistic small programs.
4. Make a Project by Following a Tutorial
You can not learn a programming language until you develop a project using that language. For newbies, it is difficult to make a project on your own, so you need to follow a tutorial from youtube or any other source and start making the project. It will give you clear understand of the concepts more efficiently.
5. Try to Solve Challenges
Once you have completed all previous steps, you need to try challenges for that language on Hacker rank or Hacker earth etc. It will help you to understand the real life problems of coding and their solutions.
6. Learn to Read Code
When you learn how to read code, it will give you better understanding of the language. For reading code, you can pick open source projects related to that language from any source such as GitHub. Then you have to think that, is there any other way to solve this problem. Then you can use your own understanding which will help you in your programming learning journey.
7. Join a community
Join online communities or local coding groups to connect with others who are also learning the same language. You can ask questions, get feedback on your code, and learn from others’ experiences.
8. Stay motivated
Learning a new programming language can be challenging at times, so it’s important to stay motivated. Celebrate your successes, don’t get discouraged by setbacks, and focus on your end goal.
9. Be Confident on Your Skills
Lastly, you have to be confident on your skills. Don’t feel like “its not enough” or “I need to learn more”. What you have learned from a course is enough for you. You will learn more advance topics by practicing and experience.
