Help With Programming: Get Started Now!

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The discussion revolves around getting started with programming, specifically focusing on the choice between C and Python as initial languages, and the tools needed for programming, such as text editors and compilers. The conversation includes personal experiences and recommendations for software to use.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses uncertainty about where to start with programming, mentioning a preference for Python over C due to perceived simplicity.
  • Another participant suggests using CodeBlocks as an editor and compiler for C programming, stating it is suitable for Windows users.
  • A follow-up post asks for clarification on which version of CodeBlocks to download, indicating confusion about the options available.
  • Another participant recommends downloading the version that includes MinGW, suggesting it may be more beneficial for the user's needs.
  • One participant suggests trying online resources as an alternative approach to learning programming.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on whether to start with C or Python, as one participant favors Python while others provide support for C. The discussion includes multiple suggestions for programming tools, but no definitive agreement on the best approach to begin programming.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying levels of experience and comfort with programming, which may influence their recommendations. The discussion does not resolve the question of which programming language is better for beginners.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals new to programming, particularly those considering starting with C or Python, may find the shared experiences and tool recommendations helpful.

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Hey everyone,

Sorry if I seem somewhat repetitive about this, but I need help with getting started. I feel really dumb because I've asked questions somewhat similar to this.

Ok, where do I even start with programming. I bought a book from Amazon, which says I need a "text editor" and a "complier". a lot of people have told me that I should download microsoft visual studio, and listening to their advice, I did.

From there I have no clue what to do. I'm tempted to just give up C and start back up again with Python. Since to me it seems much simpler to get started. I already have everything I need downloaded and the website comes with nifty tutorials. The only problem with this is that I already bought a book from Amazon, but prior to that I bought the Python book and sent it back telling my mom that it would be better to start with C. Now I don't know about you guys, but my mom would be pretty upset if I walked up to her telling her that I now need a python book. Not to mention that I would make a complete fool of myself...

My final goal is to program with Matlab. Regardless of which language I start with I would want my second language to be Matlab.

Thanks for the replies.
 
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I code C using CodeBlocks. It's an editor and compiler and will do what you need easily if you're using Windows.
 
Pengwuino said:
I code C using CodeBlocks. It's an editor and compiler and will do what you need easily if you're using Windows.

http://www.codeblocks.org/downloads/26

Which one should I download?

codeblocks-10.05-setup.exe
codeblocks-10.05mingw-setup.exe
 
Grab the second one.
 
Alright, thanks for the help. I really needed it.
 

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