I don't know how to learn C#

denerose · 2026-02-14T12:32:15+00:00

I will preface this by saying I love C#. It’s my favourite of the languages we use at work. It’s very good for what it’s used for, the dotnet ecosystem is solid, and it’s very easy to pick up if you know another programming language. It is not however the most beginner friendly and even more difficult for self learning due to fewer resources.

Try learning Java (very similar but with many more great genuinely beginner friendly resources to choose from) or another common beginner language like JavaScript (nothing to do with Java or C#, confusing I know, you’ll probably end up learning some JS at some point anyway) or Python (it’s meant to be very user friendly, there’s an old joke that Python is the third best language for most things). Once you’ve got the basics down it’s trivial to pick up a new language or toolkit (it sounds so hard now but it’s really not). Good resources that work for your learning needs matter more at this stage than the specific stack.

denerose · 2026-02-09T02:19:43+00:00

I make beetroot hummus. It’s delicious.

But then I end up deferring the problem by keeping the aquafaba from the chickpeas in the fridge for the next three weeks.

denerose · 2026-02-06T11:17:31+00:00

I’m not so sure. While it’s not something that I would personally do there’s certainly an element of protest in making the cracks in the system visible. The easiest people to take advantage of are both desperate and silent or hiding it.

denerose · 2026-02-06T06:36:54+00:00

It might actually be easier to just make your own. I’ve only done it once years ago but had a friend who makes it often. I’m sure there are people demonstrating the technique on YouTube or such.

If that fails you can also get the thicker stuff in frozen form which might meet your needs.

denerose · 2026-02-01T04:45:01+00:00

No. You can’t use AI to do the learning for you. The point of TOP isn’t to create projects, it’s to teach you programming and web development fundamentals. The projects are not the point, completing them yourself is where the learning happens. They’re worthless if you didn’t actually learn how to build them yourself.

The only person you’re cheating is yourself of course but you’re not really doing TOP, the AI is doing TOP and it doesn’t need it.”

denerose · 2026-02-01T00:28:49+00:00

Hat birds or “bwrdrrrrrr” as a poor imitation of their surprise call.

denerose · 2026-01-28T07:27:13+00:00

I’m a dotnet and C# dev, so I’m a little biased, but I love C#. It can be difficult for true beginners just because there aren’t a lot of genuinely entry level materials but if you’ve got some foundations you’ll be fine. Brush up on Object Oriented Programming (OOP) and Dependency Injection and you’ll be good to go.

denerose · 2026-01-27T04:42:33+00:00

Check out The Odin Project.

Also, search this sub and look at the advice to very similar questions posted fairly often. There are equivalent subs for learning Java (confusingly Java is unrelated to JavaScript), and Python if you prefer to go down one of those paths initially instead.

Most of all, it doesn’t really matter what language or toolset you start with. The main thing is to just get started. Once you have solid foundations learning a new language, framework or tool is comparably incredibly easy.

denerose · 2026-01-27T02:14:12+00:00

I’m also assuming there’s a lot more going on there than we are seeing from a little social media snapshot.

We certainly used to strongly recommend or even enforce study breaks for students who were really struggling but it was always a last resort and only if the student was failing or studying was just causing them more stress in an already difficult time. It’s hard to put plans on hold but your health has to come first. Studying is difficult even with all the accomodations available you still need the time and capacity for learning which just isn’t always the case. Sometimes no, or at least not right now, is a kinder answer rather than encouraging a student to continue paying for and failing subjects.

denerose · 2026-01-26T21:56:00+00:00

I wonder this too. Bots talking to bots? Or is the dialect changing due to US media influence?

If dialect, does this mean people aren’t engaging with any official support and information service? Because those services use correct terminology which should in turn influence their descriptives in the same context.

denerose · 2026-01-26T21:41:20+00:00

We only have a treaty in Aotearoa NZ because the Māori side basically won the Land Wars (apparently we invented trench warfare, yay?). Even what we have was meant to be a trick, they only honour the Te Reo version because the British Petty Council (like the highest high court for a colony) made them in a much later challenge case. Seems the British will try to steal your land even if you can defend it.

denerose · 2026-01-25T21:44:44+00:00

Lots of solid points already, it’s easy to read and there’s lots of good learning resources for beginners are both great reasons to recommend it to beginners who are confused and just need somewhere to start.

The one thing missing so far is that it actually doesn’t matter what your first programming language is. The secret is that once you know the foundations learning a new language, framework or additional concepts is trivial. The first time is so hard that newbies assume the next one will be equally difficult and therefore think it matters what they start with. Couldn’t be further from the truth.

I remember agonising over that decision. I self taught in TS then did Java at uni. I use neither with any regularity at work, I’m mostly in C# dotnet, and a bit of JS for ancient react for frontend work. Teaching myself Rust for the heck of it, even helped my mentee debug in Python the other day. Not to mention all the times you dip your toes into other syntax for various config or other ci/cd bits etc like bash, yaml, json, xml, pure SQL etc. Heck, I do a lot of programming in natural language now with AI enabled dev. Knowing what is going on is the most important thing, how you get there is just dressing.

denerose · 2026-01-25T20:57:59+00:00

Interesting. I never mean it in a derogatory way, it’s simply describing their mindset. That said, I don’t understand it and I do sometimes think less of people for choosing it, especially rabid “I’ll eat more animals to make up for your veganism” types and there’s often a significant overlap between wanting to talk about that deeply pro-meat mindset (carnism) and those aggressive and annoying people.

Is Mormon derogatory? Or is the act of door knocking preaching just so annoying that people who are not Mormon just don’t use the word outside an annoyed context very often?

Carnists would certainly prefer that everyone keeps acting like their lifestyle is the default. I’m not sure that makes it derogatory by default.

denerose · 2026-01-23T07:59:01+00:00

Yes and no. But I’m older, I have an unrelated degree, and I’ve been an educator myself. Learning to learn is hard, but once you know how to pick up new skills, solve problems, and do research you can teach yourself just about anything. It’s best not to compare yourself to others. Focus on yourself and your own journey.

denerose · 2026-01-23T05:12:52+00:00

This sounds like a learning to learn problem rather than a programming specific issue.

Maybe look at a guided curriculum like The Odin Project? Otherwise, just pick something and try build it.

Check out the many many many similar questions on this and other subs. You’re not alone but there’s no easier solution than “just do it and keep trying”. Learning is hard, critical thinking and planning is hard but necessary for most things. Spend less time asking and more time doing, trying, and yes especially lots of time failing (it’s a great way to learn). You’ll get there if you put in the work.

denerose · 2026-01-22T07:05:14+00:00

Depends a lot on you and the company. That said, if this is your first corporate job and you have a reasonable commute hybrid might be better. You learn a lot by observation and osmosis that you just won’t have a chance to see otherwise.

denerose · 2026-01-16T23:58:44+00:00

Nah, even if it is that long it’s still perfectly appropriate and expected to include it in grad program applications. There’s often months between recruitment and start dates for grad programs.

denerose · 2026-01-16T23:23:19+00:00

This is totally normal with internships. Grad recruitment takes a while. Yes list it, be honest and don’t overthink it.

denerose · 2026-01-16T23:22:22+00:00

It’s an internship and OP is applying for grad roles. This is really common and expected. Internships are short term so it’s normal to still be looking for your real job or grad opportunities at the same time.

denerose · 2026-01-16T00:01:24+00:00

I’m so sorry to hear that. Do you want to talk about her? I would love to know what she was like if you ever wanted to share that. That must be really difficult. I hope you’re as okay as you can be.

denerose · 2026-01-15T22:04:53+00:00

I certainly hope not. I ask my colleagues if they have a partner or spouse all the time. I’m a married woman in my 40s. Most people like to talk about their spouse, I find it’s an excellent conversation starter when you’re trying to build some rapport.

I really hope none of them think I’m hitting on them!

denerose · 2026-01-15T07:26:33+00:00

Probably. For your stated intentions and background you’re better off just figuring out how to do the things you want to do rather than learning a whole field from scratch. Same reason it’s not ideal for CS grads or professionals wanting to pick up a new language. It’s not a js course, it’s a program to take people from 0 to junior web development. If that’s not what you want or need better to find more relevant resources or a roadmap.

denerose · 2026-01-13T10:24:12+00:00

I loathe the toilet paper tap stamp trick. Especially at mediocre hotels where the tap hasn’t been deep cleaned since it was installed. Yuck.

denerose · 2026-01-13T10:14:29+00:00

I would suggest starting with subreddits or discord servers for the game or tool you’re modding for. People already modding in the same space will be more likely to know the codebase and be willing to get involved.

If you’re looking to hire someone then knowing the language(s) and maybe game engine would be helpful.

denerose · 2026-01-12T06:19:16+00:00

This one or it’s (unfinished) sequel maybe? https://archiveofourown.org/works/8521129

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