If you’re an absolute beginner in programming and find yourself lost in the technical jargon before even getting started, then “Computer Programming for Beginners: Fundamentals of Programming Terms and Concepts” is the book you need. This comprehensive guide aims to be the ultimate primer to all programming languages, covering every conceivable topic a complete novice needs to know.
What Sets This Book Apart
- Zero Knowledge Required: The book is specifically designed for someone who is entirely new to programming, explaining all the concepts, terms, programming paradigms, and coding techniques that every beginner should understand.
- A Solid Foundation: Rather than focusing on a single language, this guide forms the foundation for all future programming languages you may encounter by covering the principles that apply to all of them.
- Detailed Descriptions & Code Samples: Emphasis has been placed on beginner-friendly descriptions, supported by working code samples from popular languages like C#, Java, and Python, to help illustrate concepts and terms.
Comprehensive Coverage
The book covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Understanding the structure of a program
- Different types of programs and how they are built and executed
- Program statements, data types, variables, and operators
- Working with numbers and strings
- Decision-making and iteration in programs
- Functions and their importance
- Input and output handling
- Functional and object-oriented programming
- Client-server applications and web programming
- Data management (files, databases, and data exchange formats)
- Error handling and logging
- Logical grouping and deployment of programs
- Programming for the internet, serverless programming, and mobile development
- Design practices
Who Should Read This Book?
If you are a newcomer to programming and find yourself struggling to grasp the technical jargon before even getting to the language you want to learn, this guide is for you. It provides a solid foundation and understanding of programming concepts, terms, and techniques, making it an invaluable resource for anyone embarking on their coding journey.
