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montythestrange · 01-30-2006, 02:13 PM

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If you have trouble understanding arrays, then you shouldn't be programming. You always need to understand the concepts in order to fully understand your own code, let alone looking at someone elses. If you can't fully understand arrays, then how will you ever grasp the concept of OOP.

The great thing about php is that it is really easy to get into. The bad thing about php is that it is really easy to get into. I have seen so much bad programming that it would be comical if I wasn't paid to actually fix all of the stupid designs that other people made.

If you really want to learn how to be a good programmer, I would recommend finding a really good online tutorial, and working with a tutor or a friend who can really explain the concepts to you so you fully understand the methodology. You might also want to try learning C++ (will help will memory management) and Java (will help with OOP). Both Java and C++ have a similar syntax to PHP. If you have the time, you may want to try a community college programming course to give you a solid background.

As was said before, if you're just copying and pasting tutorial code into your own, it won't further your understanding of the principals of language. Learning the syntax is easy -- it's the principals of programming that you also need to become familiar with as well.

Good luck, and may the shwartz be with you.
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01-30-2006, 02:13 PM
montythestrange Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NoCal Posts: 184	learn the concepts, too... <soapbox> If you have trouble understanding arrays, then you shouldn't be programming. You always need to understand the concepts in order to fully understand your own code, let alone looking at someone elses. If you can't fully understand arrays, then how will you ever grasp the concept of OOP. The great thing about php is that it is really easy to get into. The bad thing about php is that it is really easy to get into. I have seen so much bad programming that it would be comical if I wasn't paid to actually fix all of the stupid designs that other people made. If you really want to learn how to be a good programmer, I would recommend finding a really good online tutorial, and working with a tutor or a friend who can really explain the concepts to you so you fully understand the methodology. You might also want to try learning C++ (will help will memory management) and Java (will help with OOP). Both Java and C++ have a similar syntax to PHP. If you have the time, you may want to try a community college programming course to give you a solid background. As was said before, if you're just copying and pasting tutorial code into your own, it won't further your understanding of the principals of language. Learning the syntax is easy -- it's the principals of programming that you also need to become familiar with as well. Good luck, and may the shwartz be with you. </soapbox> __________________ If you put instant coffee in the microwave, do you go back in time? DatingGold Rocks!