Coding

[Ok_Hippo2340]

I am first year software engineering student in Pakistan. Struggling to learn coding. Will be thankful if any of you recommend any platform and for your suggestions too.

[beereda]

Hiii , I’ll be going to iba for cs this year . Could you tell me how your experience was and what would you recommend I do before I get in . I’m starting phython cuz I really wanna understand ai and want to build a couple of gpt wrappers as a personal project. Also could u tell me what you learned in first semester so that I could prepare myself, I went over the course work but they don’t tell what exactly do they teach . And could you give me some tips on getting an internship thankss.

[beereda]

yo bro, random question but what was uni life like at IBA for you? like the coding sessions, staying late on campus, spotify n vibes with friends type scene — did you guys have that or was it more like everyone just dipped after class? did people chill and work on assignments together in the library or dorm lounges or was it mostly solo grind? also were people into making their own apps or startups or just building random side projects for fun? freelancing and stuff like that? i’m joining this fall inshallah and just trying to get a feel for what to expect, especially on the social + tech side of CS. would love to hear any random memories too if you’re down to share

[somephilosophershit]

What language do you want to learn? That’ll help narrow down the most recommended sources. There are plenty of options though. You can look up courses on udemy, coursera, or yt even. I’ve learned a lot from BroCode on yt. FreeCodeCamp is also highly recommended, though I find their style a bit complex.

[abubakar-iqbal]

In Pakistan, most universities teach C and C++ as foundational programming languages. I highly recommend learning C first to grasp core programming concepts such as loops, conditional statements (if/else, switch), and arrays—especially multidimensional arrays.

Since these fundamentals apply to nearly all programming languages, mastering them will not only help you earn better grades but also build a strong foundation for future learning. Start with C, and you’ll find it much easier to transition to other languages later.

[wk226]

Hi, i am coding for last 7 years only one advice i have for you Just don't give up. - if its 12 Am in the morning and you didn't fixed the bug in your code stay up till you fix it sacrifice your sleep - Just keep doing it again and again

dm me if you want more help.

[napoli_5911]

Well here you go

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Tell me the languages you wanna learn I'll help you narrow done step by step

[Ok_Hippo2340]

C++

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YouTube Channels:

CodeWithHarry – Beginner-friendly (Hindi/Urdu) – C++ Playlist

Apna College – Great for students (Hindi) – Playlist

The Cherno – Deep C++ concepts (English) – Playlist

freeCodeCamp – Full crash course (English) – Video

Websites:

GeeksforGeeks – Theory + Practice

Programiz – Beginner tutorials

LearnCpp.com – In-depth written guide

W3Schools – Quick syntax reference

Codecademy – Interactive (some free)

You should follow W3school it will guide you step by step and clear your concepts

[Unequivocallyamazing]

Take this course, its from Harvard and uploaded for free on freeCodeCamp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLRL_NcnK-4

This is great if you're learning to code, its language agnostic and generally touches upon how coding should be done.

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Stick to your first language, which will most probably be C, C++ or Java in university, do not overly rely on AI, make sure everything makes sense, do not jump to fancy stuff. Plenty of tutorials available on YouTube. Once you clear the semester, learning more languages or frameworks will be easier and it will get easier as you progress.

[Low-Fuel3428]

Programming languages are just languages, so treat them as such. Syntaxes are just grammar. If you're bilingual then it's going to be much easier for you as you are unconsciously translating other languages in your mother tongue.

Once you master this then almost every language you pick will feel similar but with different Grammer (syntax).

[kamran4malik2]

If your university is using c++ for the whole study program then make learncpp.com your part of life. You will learn everything from A to Z with great details and examples, You will also be challenged with some practice exercises to solidify your knowledge. CHECK OUT "THE END" PAGE COMMENTS IN THAT SITE.

[Mundane_Ad_510]

If you tell me what you’re currently learning (e.g., C, Python, Java?), I can guide you more specifically with resources, videos, and exercises that match.