Last time i coded

[PeterPothead]

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Hello to all. I'm not exactly sure what I hit to wind up here, but if it's what I'm thinking ,I am all in. My issue is the last ti.e i wrote code most of you were probably not born. It was 2 classes in high-school in 1993-4. I've only used Basic with the go too. My terminology is prehistoric and the internet was only a few years old. So I'm sure I can get it down in.a few months and faster with a tutor. I'm not asking for a babysitter for all the work just a hey dummy this is the way so I don't have an error early and not notice until I get too far and rewrite everything. I'll be around asking questions. Especially the terminology, because, of course it.is a different language.
Thank you

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[b00nw33]

Welcome! It’s fantastic that you’re diving back into coding after all these years—that takes courage and curiosity, and both are huge assets in tech. We were born in the same era, and I am also not that far ahead when it comes to tech. The fact that you’re aware of the gaps and eager to learn (and ask questions!) puts you way ahead of the curve.

A few friendly tips as you get started:

1. You’re Not “Out of Date”—You’re Starting Fresh (and That’s Okay)
   Programming has changed a lot since the days of GOTO in BASIC, but the core problem-solving mindset you developed back then? That’s timeless. Modern languages are designed to be clearer, safer, and more structured—so you’ll likely appreciate how far things have come.

2. Terminology Will Click Faster Than You Think
   Yes, terms like API, asynchronous, framework, or DOM might feel alien at first—but they’re just new words for familiar ideas. Don’t hesitate to ask, “What does X mean in plain English?” Most developers remember being confused too and will happily explain.

3. Start Small, Build Often
   Pick one beginner-friendly language or environment (like HTML/CSS + JavaScript for web, or Python for general-purpose coding) and build tiny projects daily. Even a simple "Hello, World" → "Tell me your name" → "Count to 10 with a button" progression builds confidence fast.

4. Errors Are Your Friends (Seriously!)
   Modern tools give very clear error messages. Read them carefully—they often tell you exactly what’s wrong and where. And debugging early and often is a skill you’ll sharpen quickly. A good rule: run your code after every few lines, not after writing a whole page.

5. Find One Good Learning Path—and Stick With It (For Now)
   There are so many tutorials out there. Pick one structured course (freeCodeCamp or Codecademy are great starting points) and follow it step-by-step. It prevents overwhelm and gives you a solid foundation.

6. You Don’t Need a Babysitter—Just a Compass
   You’re absolutely right: you don’t need someone to do the work for you. But having a mentor, study buddy, or even an active forum (like Stack Overflow or Reddit’s r/learnprogramming) to say, “Hey, you’re looping when you should be using a function,” is invaluable—and totally normal.

You’re not behind. You’re just starting your next chapter. And the developer community is full of people who’ve made wild career switches at all ages. You belong here.

Feel free to ask anything—even if it feels “too basic.” That’s how everyone learns.

Happy coding! 💻✨

[data-spice]

Hi 👋,

Welcome! It’s great to have you here — and trust me, you’re not alone! Many people are returning to coding after years (or even decades) away, and BASIC is a perfectly good foundation to build from. 🧠💪

A few quick tips to help you get started smoothly:

1. Pick one language to focus on first — Python is a great choice because it’s beginner-friendly and widely used.
2. Use small, hands-on projects (like a simple calculator or text-based game) to learn key concepts before moving on.
3. When you hit an error or don’t understand a term, don’t hesitate to ask — everyone here was new once. 🙂
4. If you’d like some structured learning, check out https://docs.python.org/3/tutorial/ or beginner courses on freeCodeCamp or Codecademy.

You’ve got the right attitude — curiosity and persistence are the biggest parts of learning to code. Welcome back to the journey!

[alokkksharmaa]

Welcome! You’re in the right place.

A lot has changed since the early 90s, but the core ideas of programming haven’t. Logic, flow, and problem-solving still matter far more than syntax, so you’re not starting from zero.

A few practical tips as you get back into it:

Expect terminology to be the biggest initial hurdle. Don’t treat that as failure; it’s normal.

Start with one language and one goal. Trying to learn “everything modern” at once is the fastest way to get stuck.

Use version control (Git) early. It exists specifically to prevent the “I went too far and broke everything” problem you mentioned.

Ask questions when something feels unclear. Catching misunderstandings early saves a lot of time later.

You don’t need a babysitter, and you also don’t need to rush. Consistency beats speed, especially when relearning fundamentals.

Looking forward to your questions.