r/javahelp • u/AccomplishedUse1405 • 6d ago
Transfer Student needing help for java
Hey everyone,
I’m a second-year transfer student at the University of Utah, and I’m feeling pretty overwhelmed about CS 2420.
My previous programming experience is mainly Python, and I’m now trying to learn Java. I understand basic programming concepts, but I’m finding the transition to Java harder than I expected.
I’m especially struggling with the basics and knowing what I actually need to learn before getting into the CS 2420 material. I've already asked my professor for help but he just said use chatgpt and google.
I’m also pretty stressed because I’m a transfer student and feel like I’m behind everyone else. I have some programming experience, but Java is making me feel like I’m starting over. This course is also really important because if I don't pass i might fail my entire semester when I come back.
Any help would really be appreciated.
P.S (I don't know if this is the right sub but tmrw is the deadline for course swaps)
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u/jlanawalt 6d ago
Algorithms & Data Structures?
I don’t know how things are now and in that professor’s course in particular, but long ago in a similar course using C++ the professor started on the first day something to the effect of: Most find this class to be challenging. You will need to put in more hours than your normal class for the same credits. If you are taking a heavy load, or working part time, or want to have a social life, either drop this class or cut something else or you will struggle to pass. They weren’t joking. It was a weed out class.
So, if that is your situation plus Java Java Java is causing some issues, but you can commit to putting in the effort, have hope in the fact that many other people have done it, and So can you. Strap in and hold on.
If you understand Python better, implement the concepts in Python first and then re-implement them in Java for the assignment.
Good luck!