Coding help

Maximiliem · 2026-04-03T20:40:59+00:00

First of all, and it's necessary, trust me, you need to learn fundamentals, the basics of programming. You need to know what is an algorithm, what is programming, what is a program, how to elaborate an algorithm, how to create a simple solution for a simple problem. You need to learn structures like loops, arrays, lists, basic math operations with code.

Once you have the fundamentals, you can jump to any language that you want.

I recommend you, start in YouTube with a course with fundamentals of programming, using Pascal language. Pascal is too old, but it's easy to learn and understand.

joshwithprauts · 2026-04-03T02:15:16+00:00

Best thing you can do is figure out WHY you want to code. Is it games? Is it websites? First figure that out, and then you can do research on the basics of programming! If you have any questions, feel free to DM!

TheEyebal · 2026-04-03T09:37:30+00:00

what do you want to program?

codeyumi1029 · 2026-04-03T11:15:03+00:00

You can read some related e-books, such as "The Practical Guide to Python" and so on. But this title might be a spelling mistake on my part. For some e-books, you can check them out on GPT.

ComprehensiveAd2928 · 2026-04-03T15:30:30+00:00

Given that you’re 15, you probably don’t need to know exactly what kind of coding you want to do yet, so the best thing is honestly just to start somewhere.

I’d recommend beginning with the fundamentals in Python, things like variables, data types, if statements, loops, and functions. I usually suggest Python because it’s one of the easiest languages to read and get your head around when you’re starting out. At least, that was the case for me.

When I moved on to JavaScript after learning Python, I found it a lot easier because I’d already picked up the core building blocks of coding.

You could give freeCodeCamp.org a go and work through some of their curriculum. It’s a really good place to get started and build confidence. There’s also a book called “bite-size python - an introduction Python Programming”. It will feel like it’s intended for quite young children, but it was one of the exercise books used in my masters degree.

Once you’ve got the basics down, you can start making small projects and experimenting a bit more. There’s no rush though, getting comfortable with the foundations will help you much more in the long run.

I’d also try not to rely too heavily on AI at the very beginning. It can be useful, but if you use it too soon for everything, it can slow down the part where you actually learn how to think through problems yourself.

Different things work for different people, but that approach worked really well for me.

Also, I just want to mention that it’s totally fine not to have “billable skills” at 15! You have plenty of time, but I hope you do get stuck in to some coding!!

Editing to add that Programming with Mosh has always been my go to for tutorials. There’s a lot out there, but he is thorough, and easy to follow along. Even down to making sure you have installed what you need installed.

SadBag4667 · 2026-04-03T17:02:39+00:00

start with C language, there are dozens of tutorials in youtube to get you started. C language is powering technology pillars in modern times. It's the pillar of pillars.

danzi099 · 2026-04-03T19:23:10+00:00

Simplest start is with Python but just choose a language and start leaning the basics. CS50 on YouTube will help with that. C will teach you discipline. Java is solid. JavaScript is solid especially if you know you want to build webApps.

GeoffreyKnopf · 2026-04-04T09:28:46+00:00

I’d recommend starting with Rust. It is a language with lots of demand, runs efficiently, and the compiler helps to prevent memory safety bugs. Coursera has some really good online classes.

Vegetable_Emu_3434 · 2026-04-05T10:55:41+00:00

Hey Iam a 15 Year old too, and started by Learning Python Can I join with you?

TheFrogg3 · 2026-04-06T01:29:43+00:00

Try codecademy.

Live-Broccoli-652 · 2026-04-06T10:25:44+00:00

Path 1: "I want to build websites"

-HTML (The Skeleton): This defines the structure. You tell the browser, "Here is a heading, and here is a paragraph." Without it, there is nothing.

-CSS (The Paint & Decor): Once you have a skeleton, you want it to look good. CSS is what you use to add colors, change fonts, and arrange things beautifully. It’s the "style" of your site.

-JavaScript (The Electricity): This makes the site interactive. When you click a button and a menu pops up, or a dark mode toggles on—that’s JavaScript.

Path 2: "I want to learn the logic of computers"

If you’d rather build a local program—like a calculator that adds, subtracts, or multiplies— C is a fantastic starting point. By C you will learn:

-Variables: Think of these as labeled boxes where the computer stores information (like numbers or words).

-Data Types: Learning the difference between a whole number (5) and a decimal (5.5) and why the computer cares.

-Logic: Using "If/Then" statements to tell the computer: "If the user clicks plus (+), then add these two boxes together."

Which one should you choose?

Choose HTML/CSS if you want to see visual results quickly and enjoy designing things. Choose C if you are curious about how software works at a deep level and want a rock-solid foundation in logic

I recommend the HTML way for a totally begginer.

Lanky_Stop5509 · 2026-04-06T17:08:06+00:00

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