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How can I create blog post functionality without Wordpress or Drupal? [closed]
I'm currently learning Python (as a beginner in programming). I go through each chapter learning basics. I haven't gotten far enough to understand how CMS works. I eventually want a blog that ...
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2answers
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Program more professionally (planning, notation, …)
I program a data-analysis framework for my company (20000LOCs by now). There are 2 programmers who help writing individual module for interfaces I have predefined. So far I haven't used much planning ...
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How far is the trail from Java to C / C++? [closed]
I want to find out how easy or hard the transition to C / C++ is for a mid-experienced Java programmer.
I've already read the questions about "C++ for Java Programmers" and "Is it necessary for Java ...
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5answers
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Pros and cons of hiring a programming tutor
I've started to learn programming in Python. It seems like every other code I write, the site breaks, and it'll take me hours to figure out the problem. It's not very encouraging at all.
I've been ...
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That programmer itch [closed]
I don't know if the rest of you get this sometimes, the inquisitive urge to learn gets some sort of adrenaline boost and I just need to sink my teeth into something to placate my brain.
Usually I ...
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8answers
626 views
Why is Python recommended as an entry point programming language?
I've read here on P.SE more questions in which beginner programmers are advised to pick Python as their first programming language.
Don't get me wrong, I like Python. I like it a lot! But it's ...
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5answers
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Will Python developers find it easier to learn C (and vice versa)?
Since Python was written in the C programming language, does it mean that if I know C I will learn and master Python faster than it would take me to learn it without prior knowledge of C?
Or will ...
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Python or C more productive for begginers? [closed]
From a clear technical perspective, what would be easier for an amateur to learn and be immediately productive in: Python or C?
I am not looking for answers based on hype or marketabillity, just ...
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How do I “ease into” programming coming from a designer background?
Is there a way I can 'ease in' to programming. Like learning to use/modify CGI scripts to add some functions to a basic html site? Even if it's the only thing I learn it's still useful, right?. Unlike ...
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8answers
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Thinking of simultaneously coding the same project in two languages. Good Idea?
Is this a good way to learn a new language? Or to develop a preference of one language?
I was thinking of coding a project in both Python and Java. The only foreseeable problem is trying to transfer ...
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9answers
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Where is the best place to get off my feet in Python programming?
I have tried to learn C++ and Java before, but the syntax confused me. I definitely will be learning them after, but for now, where is the best place for a guy who has programmed before to learn ...
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2answers
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Resources or advice useful coming to C# from python 2.7.1
I'm a python monkey at heart. I eat drink sleep and dream in it, and have found that it's taught me much more about writing quality code than my degree in Computer Science ever did, however I've been ...
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9answers
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Is it essential to learn algorithms to be a real programmer?
I'm a PHP programmer, and until now I have not needed to learn algorithms...
Now I'm start learning Python (a real programming language), because I need to use matplotlib. Does it make sense to start ...
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7answers
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Learning to program in C (coming from Python)
If this is the wrong place to ask this question, please let me know.
I'm a Python programmer by occupation. I would love to learn C. Indeed, I have tried many times, but I always get discouraged. In ...
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5answers
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Resource to start with Python quickly? [closed]
I need to start writing some code in Python, but I want to avoid reading long tutorials. I have experience with other languages like C++/Java/Ruby/Scheme/... so I guess it should not be impossible to ...
