Learning to program can be a fun and rewarding experience. You can take your ideas and bring them to life within a programming environment. There are many languages to learn out there these days, but we’ll start with the basics to ensure we don’t get overwhelmed. Java is an object-oriented language used by coders of all experience levels, which allows you to create web and mobile applications. It’s among the most common languages used today, alongside Python or C#.
To start coding, you will first need to download an independent development environment (IDE). There are many out there to choose from, but as someone who
plans to learn languages in the future, I recommend utilizing Visual Studio Code. This program allows users to install extensions for many languages, such
as Java, providing endless possibilities for learning.
Once you’re ready to get started, you can follow the steps within Java VSC to create programs such as Hello World, a simple yet great introductory program, to mark your first step in your development journey. After you feel comfortable with the basics, be sure to take a look at the endless resources out there to take you from a beginner to an expert!
Happy Coding!
