I'm interested to learn how to coding. Definitely not familiar with the industry but want/need to jump into a different kind of work. People around me suggested coding. I have no clue where I'd start lol if there's a specific path, do and don't s, etc? If someone can kindly assist, if truly appreciate it. Thank you in advance!
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https://www.w3schools.com/html/default.asp
Start with HTML.
Understand what a Markup Language is, and why its useful.
Develop an understanding of nested entities so you can learn how to design around frameworks.
Move into CSS to see how programming requires building a stable frame and THEN making it look fancy.
Then head into Javascript to get an understanding of Object Oriented programming.
Only delve into PHP if you are serious about investing in your own servers, hosting your own site, or working with a database.
The above will prepare you well for programming on the Internet.
If you want to learn how to program apps or task-specific things, look into C# first so you don't have to muss around with memory management.
If you are more ambitious, use Python in conjunction with your knowledge in HTML, CSS, and Javascript.
C++ might end up being a waste of time to learn. Python is taking off with the AI market, and C++ can't keep up. C# can't manage the memory to run simulations or permutations, so only expect to use C# if you hate dealing with memory management.
Java (different from Javascript !important) and Python both are useful for small-form appliance applications. For example, in Raspberry Pi and Arduino gizmos and gadgets. Java is easier to learn than Python for such applications, but the contrast in the barrier to entry is getting neck-and-neck.
https://notepad-plus-plus.org/
This is a free program that I started with to manage HTML files. Disregard the pitiable Ukraine shilling, the program is free after all...
https://www.getpaint.net/
This is a good program to start for making graphics. Some things simply cannot be done with CSS alone, or they can but are redundantly complex.
Hope this helps.
For troubleshooting, press F12 on your keyboard when you have a website open in your preferred browser.
F12 will shortly give you the most powerful feeling you've ever had when mussing around with code. Examine how others have formed their websites, and copy from what works. If you don't understand what you're seeing, blame PHP and come back to it when you are ready to jump into call-back functions.
Bro I'm gonna have a t-shirt made for you. SleepyDude fan club haha. You are a plethora of knowledge fren.