Ask HN: Which resources would you recommend to get started with programming?

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I have no experience in computer science or programming, but I would like to learn as much I can.

I have taught middle school history for the last 7 years and have some ideas for educational applications that I would like to one day implement. But the intellectual challenges of programming also appeal to me.

Which resources would you recommend for a beginner?

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I would say pick one language to begin with and spend about a year trying out beginner material, building small things, and learning how to find information for yourself online.

I suggest Python, check out these resources:

http://wiki.python.org/moin/BeginnersGuide/NonProgrammers

Thank you. This looks like a good place to start.

Try this at some point: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Structure_and_Interpretation_of...

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