What are the main basic steps to start computer programming?

I'm really interesed to learn computer programming and develop myself. I want to do it by my self. Is it possible? How and from where I can start?

What are the main basic steps to start computer programming?
The best way to learn to program is to do it. I learned very little in school, except the syntax of the language course I was taking from my teachers.





It is very possible to learn to program on your own. I programmed (It was on an Atari 800, Yes I know I am old) for several years even before taking a single computer course.





I would suggest this: download VB express from the link below. Then try the tutorial link. There are tons of VB tutorials on the Internet.





You will know in a few days if you are cut out to be a programmer. Remember, programmers are born not created.
Reply:First, you should decide what programming you want to learn first. Then, you should find a good beginner's book on that language. Believe it or not, programming books "for dummies" are a good start. I wouldn't rely on them for high level stuff, but you have to start somewhere right? Then you should find a compiler. Most books come with a free one. Borland and Microsoft sell them too but they are pricey. There are free ones to download like the GNU compiler, but some of those are hard to use.





For general programming I would recommend starting with C/C++ or Visual Basic. If would also make mastering C/C++ a goal if you are interesting in developing software.
Reply:The first thing to do is determine what platform you are using (Windows,Linux,Mac), i am a Windows self taught programmer the best place to start is MSDN tutorials. (http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/default... in fact you can download the new Visual Studio express edition for free from there as well.





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