Welcome to 'Letter to Prof. Turtle' Series!
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This is a new series of articles, in collaboration with Prof. Turtle, to help you dive into the world of coding and software development. 💻
Stay tuned for more insightful discussions aimed at getting you started on your coding journey! 📚💡
Dear Prof. Snr-Turtle,
I hope this message finds you well. I'm excited to begin this series of conversations where I, Mr. Jnr.-Hare, will be seeking your guidance on various coding-related topics.
To kick things off, I'd like to delve into the fundamental question: "Why and How to Get Started with Programming?"
Let's start at the beginning. Why is programming important, and how can I, as a beginner, embark on this coding journey?
Why Learn Programming
Programming, Prof. Snr-Turtle, seems like a complex world. Could you help me understand why it's worth diving into? What doors can it open for me?
How to Begin
Assuming I'm completely new to this, what's the first step? How do I even start learning to code? I need a simple roadmap.
Challenges I Might Face
I've heard coding can be challenging. What kind of obstacles should I be prepared for, and how can I overcome them?
Realistic Expectations
Can you tell me how long it might take before I can do something useful with code? I want to set realistic expectations. (SMART Goals)
Choosing the Right Language
With so many programming languages out there, how do I choose the right one for a beginner like me? What's the language to start with?
Learning Resources
Do you have any recommendations for beginner-friendly learning resources or websites where I can get started?
Before we wrap up, please summarise the key points for me. What should I remember as I begin this coding journey?
Next Steps
Thank you for sharing your insights, Prof. Snr-Turtle.
Looking forward to our following conversation.
Best regards,
Mr. Jnr.-Hare.
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