electronic:

You don't need complex Maths like calculus but you still need some Maths Background. Like Geometry, some trigonometry, etc.
Programming is about logical principles.
Even Frank has a Medical Background and he is already playing with C#.
The real issue is finding the Passion to continue.

temi4fash:


Nobody is saying you cannot be successful without education.

What it does is it gives an edge, exposure, broadens your horizon, sharpens some of your talents and gift,

toughens you up among other things.

With education you tend to do things better..

You cant compare a successful doing his own thing with education, with another who is not so bro..

Baba education would do you more good than harm.

Perotti:
wishing you success in the exams. Please can I Pm you? Wanna find out about US law sch for a pal.

guiddoti:
Is integro-Differential not calculus? It depends on what you are coding. For a starter, he/she may start from simple mathematics code. But you will surely need calculus more for iteration than trigonometry. Trigonometry is just straight forward calculation code.

electronic:

LoL you wan discourage the guy?
He needs some Maths to get busy. If he has such math background he won't be complaining...
He needs a head start and basic Mary is more than enough to get things done. He could actually build hundreds of money spinning apps with little maths knowledge...

pendragon35:

You are right but this Nigerian type.Is a wild goose chase.

electronic:

LoL you wan discourage the guy?
He needs some Maths to get busy. If he has such math background he won't be complaining...
He needs a head start and basic Mary is more than enough to get things done. He could actually build hundreds of money spinning apps with little maths knowledge...

vickertony:
i read your comments, Nigeria education is frustrating, still try and graduate bro, atleast migrating would be easier with your undergraduate degree.

pendragon35:

Tnx bro,but the pattern is just the more you look the less you see.Too many issues on daily basis. nawa oo

vickertony:

i understand,i was in your condition too, until i finished recently, God bless our Hustle shaa

Bossman:
Programming is all about problem solving. So it goes with Math hand-in-hand. In general, those that are good in math tend to be more successful in programming. It comes natural to them. Not saying if you are not good in math you can't be successful in this field. However, if you really dislike math/problem solving, I believe you will have a hard time being a programmer. Having said that, the math course that's most relevant is 'Discrete Mathematics'. There is no "real" computer science curriculum that will not include this course. I am telling you - those that come into this field primarily for the money because it pays well, and do not have the affinity for problem solving, tend not to be successful doing it. I have worked with plenty of developers and interviewed quite a number of Junior developers, so I can attest to it.

One thing is certain - It pay quite well, and there is not too many of us (blacks) doing it. So if one can face it squarely, it is a good field to go into.

abduldope:
bro thanks for your response.
my question for you is what should be the first programming language for a newbie to start with.


thanks

Bossman:
I would suggest an Objected Oriented language such as Java. However any programming language that teaches the fundamentals of Object Oriented programming would do. Once the fundamentals are mastered, switching to another such language is just a matter of learning the syntax, for the most part.

Let's not derail this thread any further. You can post any further questions to the programming forum here. You will get the appropriate responses there. I also pop in there occasionally.

Bossman:
Programming is all about problem solving. So it goes with Math hand-in-hand. In general, those that are good in math tend to be more successful in programming. It comes natural to them. Not saying if you are not good in math you can't be successful in this field. However, if you really dislike math/problem solving, I believe you will have a hard time being a programmer. Having said that, the math course that's most relevant is 'Discrete Mathematics'. There is no "real" computer science curriculum that will not include this course. I am telling you - those that come into this field primarily for the money because it pays well, and do not have the affinity for problem solving, tend not to be successful doing it. I have worked with plenty of developers and interviewed quite a number of Junior developers, so I can attest to it.

One thing is certain - It pay quite well, and there is not too many of us (blacks) doing it. So if one can face it squarely, it is a good field to go into.

vickertony:
@ FrankNetter i read where you said, people over there, don't know much about Africa, that they refer must people from Africa, no matter your country in Africa, they just term you *He is from Africa *


i like to know, don't they learn History over there in High school?Atleast get to know African countries by their names.

tescoman90:
I tired oooo
Let me come n be going

guiddoti:
wait tesco bi4 you bi going! Una hopun sohop?

jiangchu:


bossman im currently learning C++ on my own. what would you suggest for me.

Bossman:
Suggest as in what? Learning C++ is equally a good idea. As I said already, the key thing is to make sure you have a very good grasp of the fundamentals of computer programming. Again, any specific question regarding programming can be posted in the programming forum. You will get more answers there.

FrankNetter:
Morning guys, Happy new month.


I'd like to get feedback. So far, what has caught your interest the most on the thread? Looking forward to your replies

Awesome thread bro, keep up the good job.

vickertony:
@ FrankNetter i read where you said, people over there, don't know much about Africa, that they refer must people from Africa, no matter your country in Africa, they just term you *He is from Africa *


i like to know, don't they learn History over there in High school?Atleast get to know African countries by their names.

therealchase:


If i can answer this i would say most people over here are just ignorant. Before the internet came they taught we live on trees and all. Imagine this Chinese guy at my school saying "Can i call you Africa?" and i was like "Can i call you asia?".

Well you can't blame them,you should blame the media they've painted Africa black and ignored valuable information.

The one that makes me mad is when they ask you "can you speak African?" or say "i'd love to travel to Africa" and am like wtf Africa is a continent with 54 countries you need to be more specific.

therealchase:


If i can answer this i would say most people over here are just ignorant. Before the internet came they taught we live on trees and all. Imagine this Chinese guy at my school saying "Can i call you Africa?" and i was like "Can i call you asia?".

Well you can't blame them,you should blame the media they've painted Africa black and ignored valuable information.

The one that makes me mad is when they ask you "can you speak African?" or say "i'd love to travel to Africa" and am like wtf Africa is a continent with 54 countries you need to be more specific.

abduldope:
bro thanks for your response.
my question for you is what should be the first programming language for a newbie to start with.


thanks