How to Learn to Code in 2020 // resources and tips to get started

I've received a lot of questions asking, 'how do I learn to code?' Even though I have followed the more traditional path of studying Computer Science in high school, it definitely is not the only option to become a programmer or even land a job in tech! 👩🏾‍💻

So, whether you are new to coding or want to brush up on your skills, here are the four steps you need to follow to learn to code! 🍀

⏳Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:01 - The Best Courses 3:26 - Picking your First Project 5:10 - Where to Find Help 6:05 - Applying Your Skills

🖱Websites Mentioned: Codecademy - https://www.codecademy.com/ FreeCodeCamp - https://www.freecodecamp.org/ Coursera - https://www.coursera.org/ EdX - https://www.edx.org/ MIT OpenCourseWare - https://ocw.mit.edu/index.htm StackOverFlow - https://stackoverflow.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/programming/, https://www.reddit.com/r/python/, https://www.reddit.com/r/webdev/, https://www.reddit.com/r/learnprogramming/, https://www.reddit.com/r/apps/, and many more!

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🙎🏾‍♀️Who I am: Hey, I’m Harshibar. I'm a recent college grad, and spent the last year working as a Software Engineer in a Silicon Valley biotech startup. Now, I am launching my own company, Hyku — we're transforming admissions consulting through a mentorship-driven program. And, of course, I'm making YouTube videos all about tech and mentorship! I also have a little Schnoodle named Yogi who likes to make appearances in videos.

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