New programming languages?

[IdeaInteres0]

Coding exprience?

Question: What other introductory projects can I do?

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I have recently started to learn Javascript. However I want to create my own introductory projects that I can demonstrate what I have learned. Can you tell what is a beginner coding project to start with? Also how can I be more verified and talk to other collaborators to make sure I can help learn what they are doing as well?

[francoriba]

Maybe starting with a basic Go or Python project? You could create a simple API using fiber or flask, with a PostgreSQL or MySQL backend, and add a frontend using node js or whatever framework you are interested in. You could also try deploying it with Docker for an extra challenge. As for collaboration, I often got inspiration for new topics to learn from reddit discussions, there are a lot of communities to discuss specifics about different technologies and stacks.
The ones i often check are:
r/compsci
r/coding
r/java
r/linux
r/programming
r/dailyprogrammer

[IdeaInteres0]

Hey francoriba,
I am currently an in my last year in high school and I recently had a interest in Computer Science. I have question, what classes did you take and how did you get so good at coding. I mean I looked at your projects such as the self balancing robot, and the crypto trade project. That looks amazing. How did you learn how to create that?

[francoriba]

Most of those projects were assignments or final projects for different subjects of my major (Computer Engineering). We have a lot in common with computer science but (at least in my country, Argentina) this major is more oriented to low level hardware and embedded systems.
My recommendation is that you build a good base of your programming knowledge, doesn't really matter what language, the important are the underlying concepts. Once you have good foundations then you can easily move to another language and learn the specifics of that language. Languages like python or JavaScript can have a lot of abstractions so it might be good to start with some more low level languages like java or c++, this will force you to really understand things.

[IdeaInteres0]

Hey francoriba,
So I created my own portfolio webpage for high school that I recently created with HTML and CSS. Do you mind telling me what else I should in my portfolio for my high school achievements. So when you have time please check it out?

[francoriba]

If you already have a basic undersanding of html, css and javascript, it would be good to start getting a bit more into the backend world. Any project you do in the real world is going to require at least a small database. You could try to add this to your frontend projects, for that you should study a bit what kind of databases and database management systems exist, and understand the differences between relational databases like MySQL and non-relational ones like MongoDB. Analyse what your project is about and decide which alternative best suits your needs. To learn all this you have infinite material on youtube with very good tutors without having to pay. If you want a more formal course with some kind of certification, you could look for a course on Udemy or similar platforms, for example SQL.
It would also be useful to implement in your projects some REST API that allows you to make requests interacting with your database.
Also, any projects you have done in high school can be uploaded here on github. If you don't already know you should learn the basics of git and github to do version control while developing your projects, this way your code will be much more organized and easier for others to understand, plus it will allow you to work collaboratively on the same project with more people. Take it easy, there is always a lot to learn 🚀 .
Also remember that before doing all these things it would be good if you have a good understanding of programming, i.e. know the most important data structures like arrays, linked lists, queues, stacks. Know well the logic of for, for each, while, do while loops (this will depend on the language you are programming in).

[IdeaInteres0]

Thanks lot for answering my questions.

[Sbiswas001]

Create your portfolio website

[IdeaInteres0]

I create a portfolio webpage for myself based on my accomplishments. I learned how to do it from a Youtube video. Here is my portfolio i my account: IdeaInteres0. When you have time can you explain what I need to improve.

[IdeaInteres0]

Hey Sbiswas001,
Can you tell what courses and internships you have taken to improve your programming skills? Also the previous question what do I need to do to improve my portfolio and credibility to standout.

[Sbiswas001]

1st question: You haven't added the services and testimonials part in your portfolio. Have a look at this repo here many people have made their portfolios. See if you find something interesting here.

2nd question: No, i haven't taken any interships or courses as of now. We were taught Java in school for like 6 years. And in my freshman year i mostly followed youtube tutorials. One thing to make sure is don't fall in tutorial hell, make multiple projects instead.

Hope that helps.

[IdeaInteres0]

Thanks lot for answering my questions.

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