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[Theldron]

Hi all,

 

When I had a techie, I didnt need to worry about coding or web development. But now he has gone I am on my own, it is something I would like to learn.

 

Can anyone recommend a good basic coding language and web development code to get me started?

 

Cheers

[Steve21]

For what? Generally good/basic and coding/web don't really mix

 

If it's quick-cheap I want to create a custom program, vb.net is simples.

If it's proper nice software you want locally it's c++/C# etc

 

PHP is better for webs, but if it's more static websites etc wouldn't bother.

 

Powershell for scripts locally is always a good one

 

Steve

[mjk]

here:

 

[NewFormz]

I've been learning lots about web development recently and have been using code academy. I've already developed a couple of sites using the skills I've learnt from there.

 

I would focus on HTML & CSS, Javascript, jQuery and PHP.

[hardtailstar]

I've been learning lots about web development recently and have been using code academy. I've already developed a couple of sites using the skills I've learnt from there.

 

I would focus on HTML & CSS, Javascript, jQuery and PHP.

 

Plus one for Code Academy, i started on that and pick up a few skills. Need to get back at it.

[mikeprice]

Python seems good

 

C and c++ can be a pain - as can Java

 

I love Cobol but I've never used it on PCs

[angrycomputingteacher]

You can learn some languages from Codecademy

[Arreks]

What is it you want to do? For example I've never needed to use C++ while working in a School, but I use Powershell a lot. For websites I'd make sure you have a good understanding of HTML and CSS first before venturing into the backend stuff (gotta make things look good after all!) - then once you're happy with that perhaps Javascript/jQuery and then PHP so you can cover your bases.

[mikeprice]

I always have trouble with a new programming language unless I have a project that I need to do

 

anyway - on that note does anyone have a good web site for using graphics etc with Python??

[Theldron]

For the web development I am creating a Intranet page. I was starting to use Sharepoint, but wanted to learn how to do it myself via HTML, PHP etc.

[Koldov]

Not completely off topic....

 

Looking through the first few pages of Code Academy and it struck me that I'm rubbish at learning and get bored quite quickly!

 

However, I thought that I would like to write some HTML stuff anyway - but being a complete noob I'm stuck already.

 

How does one check the output of HTML code if not using something like Code Academy and it's inbuilt browser?

 

I've looked on Goooogle for HTML checkers, but they seem to just look for integrity and compliance.

 

Can I just write it in something like a Word document and save it as a Web Page (HTML) and then open that in a browser?

[moheed30]

Hey @Koldov

 

If you download a free product named Notepad++ you can create and publish HTML websites for testing. It's pretty basic to use and you can use a wide range of coding language on Notepad++ including javascript which is used for CS.

 

Regards,

Mo

[2ilent8cho]

lynda.com have a very good PHP + MySQL course. You create your own CMS with logins from scratch. I even tweaked it to get it working with AD logins and i had never ever touched PHP before.

[jwinters]

If you want specifically to develop web applications, then I'd strongly suggest using some sort of framework rather than starting again from scratch. There are quite a few to choose from. Django is one option if you Python appeals to you, or Rails if you like Ruby.

 

HTH

John

[mikeprice]

If you want specifically to develop web applications, then I'd strongly suggest using some sort of framework rather than starting again from scratch. There are quite a few to choose from. Django is one option if you Python appeals to you, or Rails if you like Ruby.

 

HTH

John

 

Ooooo thanks must look up Django now!!

[Koldov]

For the web development I am creating a Intranet page. I was starting to use Sharepoint, but wanted to learn how to do it myself via HTML, PHP etc.

 

Yeah an Intranet page would be a good start! An internal website would be the best way to test, but I'm guessing you need to set up some server stuff first?

 

Hey @Koldov

 

If you download a free product named Notepad++ you can create and publish HTML websites for testing. It's pretty basic to use and you can use a wide range of coding language on Notepad++ including javascript which is used for CS.

 

Regards,

Mo

 

Does Notepad++ actually show the website somehow? I thought it was just a powerful text editor... Or do you mean write the web page and somehow publish it elsewhere (which won't be possible as I have no Domain or webhosting)?

[Koldov]

Ah, looks like I found a couple of sites for basic testing....

 

Anybody use these (or have any issues with them for use in a school setting)?

 

New on HTMLGoodies: Test Your HTML

 

HTML Test Bed

[fewd01]

Get yourself a good free coding environment. Sublime or Notepad++ and take a look at w3schools website.

[Bedders]

If you use Visual Studio you can build websites in ASP(X) or HTML/CSS or PHP etc, with VB or C# coding behind if you want, then it has a Preview option to output it into a web browser installed on your computer. Can make testing what you're developing very easy.

 

I use VS 2013 Community edition at home.

[ass17]

For PHP/HTML,CSS and JavaScript I use Brackets (http://www.brackets.io), for sites developed in VB asp.net then Visual Studio Community Edition. To test your PHP and MySQL database skills locally on your PC, install XAMPP.

[QwertyMash]

I would happily teach you C# also a shameless plug: http://www.watchitlearnit.uk is a link to my channel where I have started uploading educational videos on C#, Cisco and other categories Edited August 29, 2017 by QwertyMash