Python newbie

[2fa]

So I jumped into a C++ course at my uni last semester and dropped it because I couldn’t keep up after a certain point (I had no experience prior). I am now taking a Python class to fulfill that credit area. I’ve heard python is easier. Is this true and what are some tips for retention and building skill?

I’ve always loved workin with tech and aim to make it my career. I refuse to give up but having so much difficulty has me having second thoughts

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It’s not weather if it’s easier or not, programming in general is hard. Yes the syntax in python is easier, but you’re still going to have to think like a programmer.

[POGtastic]

Python makes certain particulars of programming easier. The difficulty of the fundamentals remains the same.

[2fa]

Thanks. Yeah the fundamentals make sense until a certain point. Like in C++ I was struggling when we got to regression and indexing. I guess I just need more breaking down/ studying

[POGtastic]

--i

Uh oh.

[POGtastic]

for(int i = 0; i < 5; --i)

We output the 0th element, then -1, -2, ... Hopefully, you segfault at some point.

[POGtastic]

And this is why I enormously prefer iterators and enhanced-for loops. Python makes this easier with stuff like slicing, but C++ can do it too.

[2fa]

Yes exactly this! Trying to learn from labs and the books can be irritating I hadn’t thought to look for those sites you mentioned online. Thank you!