Code

Code consists of instructions written in ~~alien~~ machine languages. Contrary to popular belief, they are much easier to read and write than human languages. In fact, you are going to learn how to code right now!

How to code

Let's get right down to it: All you need to learn are five core concepts. The language doesn't matter. At a high level, they're all the same. Half of them look like C, and we don't mean the letter, the grade, or even the speed. C, being a true renaissance man, is also a language. Let's follow in the footsteps of everyone else and write our code to be like C.

Variables

Functions

Conditionals

Don't let the word frighten you. The original authors have already shown their disdain by replacing it with the absurdly short if.

Loops

Classes

Examples

What now?

Now you pick your first language. Much like buying your first car, this will depend on your needs and desires, but should prove to be much cheaper.

Due to the above comparison, we will not be advising you to "go out and break a leg," but will instead wish you Godspeed.