OK, So the forum is stagnant. But how do you fix that? MORE CONTENT!
So quickly about myself. Been a member of Tek Syndicate since before it was Tek Syndicate. Regular since 2011/2012. I study Computer and Mobile Engineering at the Auckland University of Technology and I love programming and general development.
However when you look at this forum, You see a lot of people asking general questions like, "Should I go into Computer Science?" or "How do I program?" and lastly "How do I make video games?" But there are very few people actually doing the dirty and learning to code.
So, Here's the question. Do you want Programming and Software Development Tutorials targeted at this community? And if yes, What type? Video or Forum posts? (I would prefer to write everything out but I'm not against a video series) Here's a Poll to make it easier for you. https://strawpoll.me/6986125
If there is a reasonable response, I will teach you from the start how to develop software in Java, a very common, highly employable language that is easy to use while not limiting you as to what you can do. Teach you from the basics to multi threaded applications to potentially hardware graphical accelerated code (Yes that means video games)
If this is a success and we get through the basics, You guys will help me direct the tutorials to what you guys want to learn. (Might write up a road map for different areas)
So what do you guys say? Do you guys want to remain Technology enthusiasts or do you want to grab your computer by the balls and tell it what you want it to do? It does not matter if you're a Windows, Mac or Linux user.
P.S. Does @Logan, @wendell, @DeusQain want to help get this publicity? It will help the site and the community over all.
YES, definitely! Im interested in all kinds of useful coding tutorials, especially targeted for Android applications! Looking forward hearing more from you! And thank you for the effort :)
Generally Java as it's the most accessible and easy to get into. But C++ is always an option.
The thing is however, Once you know one language, It's not hard to get into another. Starting with Java then going to C++ is a lot easier than jumping straight into C++.
Ill look into the Android side but getting the basics down would be top priority. Another positive of starting with Java is moving on to Android development is a lot easier. iOS development, not so much.
Excellent, Java is where I focus on as well. I do have a C++ book that I haven't gotten a chance to start picking up, but I have it for future reference.
overall, I'm a novice (not much of a beginner) but I know about Arrays Lists, Loops, Switch Statements, and some basics so it'll be nice to know. (I could probably help on this as well)
I'm not that advanced, the most I can make on a GUI is a calculator. I've been doing this for 3 months. so in all honesty don't expect alot. I can do a lot of basic stuff. I myself am still learning as well.
What text editor's and IDE's os's etc do you guys use? I have visual studio ultimate and vs code. I could also use any version of Windows or Linux. I suppose I could run os x with a vm.
Personally, I think it would be cool if we all used Linux but I'm not married to the idea.
Does anyone know of a website like codepen? It's super useful for seeing your projects in real time. http://codepen.io/samirc/pen/YqyyrO I just picked the first pen that looked cool.
