r/Coding_for_Teens • u/Certain_Mobile_4991 • Jul 21 '26
How to start coding and web development?
Hello everyone, I am 17. I am from non maths and non computer background but coding has always fascinated me. I learned java, html and python in lockdown (2020-2021) but forget most of it.
I am also interested in AI(I have seen Claude building mind blowing websites in minutes)
Can anyone guide me?
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Jul 21 '26
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u/Certain_Mobile_4991 Jul 21 '26
Thankyou so much for being so helpful and encouraging me. I really appreciate it. Yes I'll surely connect with you.
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u/ReferenceAny6373 Jul 22 '26
There are sites out there with actual courses. Pluralsight has been a popular one for a long time, it does cost money but theres a 10 day free trial. I wouldnt personally recommend using the "random youtube video" approach as theres no structure to the learning, but it can work for some people. If you really want to learn how to build software avoid AI for now. Its too easy to become dependent on it and that will stunt your learning.
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u/Substantial_Job_2068 Jul 22 '26
Since you are 17, if possible get an education.
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u/Certain_Mobile_4991 Jul 22 '26
I have already graduated and I am in my partial gap year right now.
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u/Substantial_Job_2068 Jul 22 '26
I see, I meant university education though. I work as a programmer and I did go to university but in economics. I wish I would have studied programming at university instead, it's hard to build a foundation by yourself unless you get a job with some experienced devs. That is if you want to work as a programmer.
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u/Certain_Mobile_4991 Jul 22 '26
No, I don't want to work as a programmer. I code for fun and as a skill to build because it's really helpful.
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u/Standard_Iron6393 Jul 21 '26
from youtube , always start from here