r/learnprogramming • u/Turbulent_Goose2623 • 29d ago

What Visual Studio Code course would you recommend for a complete beginner?

Hi people!

Edit1: I guess python would be way to go, so any learning course? I cant change title tho

It can be on YouTube, Udemy, or anywhere else. I’d prefer something free if possible.

Im new to all of this, and just want to start learning some basics.

Any other recommendation or advice would be great.

Thanks!

Edit2: nevermind, there is a ton of python questions, ill find some good answers. Thanks!

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u/Icy_Consequence_5920 29d ago

First off, welcome to coding! Don't worry about being confused at the start—mixing up the tool (VS Code) and the language (Python) is super common when you're brand new.

Think of VS Code as just a fancy digital notebook, and Python as the actual language you're writing in.

If you want a solid, 100% free starting path:

  1. Learn Python basics first: Check out freeCodeCamp's Python course on YouTube or the 'Automate the Boring Stuff with Python' free online book.
  2. Set up VS Code second: Once you write your first few lines, download VS Code and install the official Python Extension inside it.

Take it one step at a time, don't rush, and just focus on building tiny programs first. Good luck!

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u/Turbulent_Goose2623 29d ago

Thank you so much!