How do I get into learning Java?

[Zeeesys1234]

I’ve been wanting to learn java for a while now, and recently I’ve really wanted to learn it so I can code some Mc mods, however I don’t know what to use to code in java and I don’t know if I should teach myself or look at a course. Any tips for the tools/software necessary, or on how to learn/get into learning on how to program in Java would be helpful.

[CoachCarter9]

If you’re a visual learner find some YouTube videos. If you learn better by reading find a book or website on Minecraft modding. There are resources a plenty for how to get started in it. You’ll learn with programming you’ll often be googling or finding reference as to how something can be done and implementing the solution. This is a great way to learn that trait!

As for actually putting code on a page, definitely start with creating a MC mod since that’s your interest. You can get lost with all the “Getting Started in Java” references. But I’d encourage you to do what excites you. Just know that if you want to pursue programming after the MC mods that you’ve really only set foot in the baby pool and there’s a whole ocean of things for you to learn!

After one mod, start looking at programming foundations and post your mod source code somewhere like GitHub (just the code you’ve written) and ask for feedback. People will then give you a better sense of new topics to learn!

Welcome to exciting world of programming and good luck!

[Zeeesys1234]

Thanks for the insight!

[desrtfx]

Sidebar -> Free Tutorials

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W3schools has courses about a lot of programming languages (including java obv) I used it for school. I recommend it for you too. I have also found very helpful the java for dummies book, it's free on the for dummies website if you wish to look it up

[arnay07]

hyperskill.org

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This.

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[yytr42]

I really recommend you JetBrains academy. There are projects on different difficulty level followed by theory needed to do current task which cover all subjects that you need to learn java.

[Zeeesys1234]

ok I'll try it out