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My Dad is impatient with the pace of my learning to program. What do I do? [closed]
So my Dad bought me 5 books on programming (C++, Java, PHP, Javascript, Android) about a month ago. He's an architect and he knows NOTHING about programming. He bought me them because I told him ...
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Java dev learning Python: what concepts do I need to wrap my head around?
I've run through a few tutorials and written some small projects. I'm right in the middle of a small project now infact. All is going well enough thanks in no small part to Uncle Google (who usually ...
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Best way to relearn C++?
I've done Java for ten years, and stopped doing any C++ sometime in the mid-90's.
What's the best way to quickly relearn C++?
Near as I can figure, the language has changed significantly in 15 ...
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Which algorithms and data structures should a developer absolutely know?
I want to be a successful enterprise Java developer. With what algorithms and data structures should I be well versed? What books would you recommend to me?
To be a successful Java developer, do I ...
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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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What's your advice for getting Oracle Certified Professional Java Programmer certificate?
I intend to get the certification but am not completely sure how to effectively prepare myself. So I'm wondering if you have any advice on the matter; in particular I would like to know:
- What should ...
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How to start learning J2EE, especially JPA [closed]
I am trying to start learning the J2EE part of Java. But I don't know where to start. I am familier with Core Java and mainly, I want to learn JPA and basics of Hibernate and Spring Framework. The ...
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How important is it to learn makefiles? [closed]
I work in c++ mostly as a hobby (I'm still in school and therefor don't have a real job). The IDEs generate the makefile for me and so I'm wondering if it's worth learning how to make them myself. By ...
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What are the advantages of Ceylon over Java?
Looking for the recent and powerful upcoming programming languages over net, I came across Ceylon. I dropped in at ceylon-lang.org and it says:
Ceylon is deeply influenced by Java. You see, we're ...
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9answers
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How to teach computer science? [closed]
I am just starting to teach computer science. It's just the basic level. I'm finding that I sometimes don't know how to approach topics in a way that lets students easily understand.
I've found that ...
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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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What is the best Java programming book out there for starters? [closed]
Hey guys ,
Im trying to look for a good Java programming book , if any of you know a good one please let me know and if you know the price that would be even better :)
thanks .
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Most efficient way to learn java if you already know how to code? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Is there a canonical book for learning Java as an experienced developer?
I've been coding for close to 25 years now in basic, (C64 & Amiga), (Object) pascal, C, LPC ...
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Why Java as a First Language?
Why is Java so popular as a first language to teach beginners? To me it seems like a terrible choice:
It's statically typed. Static typing isn't useful unless you care a lot about either ...
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I have free time for Android development. I'd like suggestions on how to tackle this effectively
I'm finishing college for good tomorrow, then leaving my current programming job the next day. I'll be looking for opportunities, but I may end up with a month or two without a job, so with lots of ...
