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Getting Started with Programming

Complete beginner's guide to coding fundamentals, development environment setup, and your first projects. No prior experience required!

Your Learning Journey

8

Comprehensive Lessons

15+

Hours of Content

1

Complete Project

Before You Start

✅ What You Need

  • A computer with internet access
  • 2-3 hours per week to practice
  • Curiosity and patience
  • Willingness to make mistakes and learn

❌ What You DON'T Need

  • Prior programming experience
  • Computer science degree
  • Advanced math skills
  • Expensive software or tools

Learning Path

1

What is Programming?

Understanding the fundamentals of computer programming, how software works, and what programmers actually do.

30 minBeginner
Programming BasicsComputer ScienceSoftware Development
Lesson 1 of 8
2

Setting Up Your Development Environment

Install essential tools: code editor, browser, and basic command line setup for web development.

45 minBeginner
VS CodeBrowser Dev ToolsCommand Line
Lesson 2 of 8
3

HTML Fundamentals

Learn the building blocks of web pages with HTML elements, structure, and semantic markup.

2 hoursBeginner
HTMLWeb StructureSemantic Elements
Lesson 3 of 8
4

CSS Styling Basics

Make your web pages beautiful with CSS styling, layout techniques, and responsive design basics.

2.5 hoursEasy
CSSStylingLayoutResponsive Design
Lesson 4 of 8
5

JavaScript Introduction

Your first programming language! Learn variables, functions, and how to make web pages interactive.

3 hoursEasy
JavaScriptVariablesFunctionsDOM Manipulation
Lesson 5 of 8
6

Building Your First Project

Put it all together by creating a personal portfolio website from scratch.

4 hoursEasy
HTMLCSSJavaScriptProject Development
Lesson 6 of 8
7

Version Control with Git

Learn to track changes in your code and collaborate with others using Git and GitHub.

2 hoursIntermediate
GitGitHubVersion ControlCollaboration
Lesson 7 of 8
8

Next Steps and Career Paths

Explore different programming specializations and plan your continued learning journey.

1 hourIntermediate
Career PlanningSpecializationsLearning Strategy
Lesson 8 of 8

Ready to Continue Your Journey?

After completing this learning path, explore our project workshops, join the community, or dive deeper into specific technologies.