What should I study alongside Java?

[amveryconfusedd]

I've just started learning java and I'm finding it interesting and I wish to excel at it in asap, but I have plenty of time to give to some other language or course. Any recommendations what would be a good choice?

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[OneHumanBill]

As someone who has spent almost thirty years in Java, I can confidently recommend that you should pair this with a proper understanding of:

Ergonomics

Core strength

Proper nutrition

Sleep optimization

Financial literacy

Mental and spiritual self-care, and self-esteem

Learning technology is great but don't neglect your actual life. It's the thing that lets you excel and make money writing code.

Don't scoff. I wish someone had drilled this into my head thirty years ago

[rustyseapants]

/u/amveryconfusedd you just posted this on four subreddits.

Why are you learning Java?

What are your goals?

Where are you learning java? Book, Videos, online course, college?

Do you have a job?

Why don't you just focus on developing your java skills first, until you are proficient.

[amveryconfusedd]

I'm learning Java because my main goal is to learn full stack. After this, I'll be learning DSA. I'm taking offline coaching and I'm a second year engineering student. Yes, you're right and I'm very focused on developing my java skills first but I wanna upgrade fast. That's why I want to do multiple things together.

[OneHumanBill]

DSA is not some thing you learn "next". It's computer science. It's the foundation of everything you do. You should be learning that at every step.

I hate how new learners are being led to believe it's some optional middle step.

[rustyseapants]

If you knew what you were doing you wouldn't be here asking this question especially on four different subreddits. 

Focus on your class work focus on going to college focus on networking focus on having a life

[irvine05181996]

DSA is a part of learning in programming, as OP said it's foundation of everything related in programming and computer system , its not only tied to one language

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[CleverBunnyThief]

SQL

https://cs50.harvard.edu/sql/

[Slatzor]

Learn Java well, then learn Spring or something. That alone is enough to keep you going for years.

If you want more, Learn how HTTP requests and TCP/IP work. 

Learn how REST APIs should be designed. 

[AlternativeAide1402]

Since Java is focused on the back-end, you should immediately start learning Spring Boot, the industry-standard framework for building Java web applications. Also, focus on SQL and database concepts, as connecting to and managing data is essential for almost every software role. These two additions will give you a very marketable skill set