Can anyone learn to code?
In principle, yes – anyone can learn to code as long as you are motivated and determined to do so. If you’ve been dreaming of learning to code, you should consider whether a course in basic programming is the right place to start your career.
What is Programming?
For many, code and programming may seem like magic, but in reality, it is simply a set of instructions a computer can understand. You can compare it to baking a cake using a recipe – programming is like the recipe for what the computer should do. In fact, you could say that computers are “stupid”; they cannot think for themselves and will only do exactly what they are instructed to do.
Programming is a craft. This means you need to practice a lot to become proficient. Just as you cannot learn to ride a bike by reading a book, you need to get on the bike and practise. Similarly, you need to write a lot of code and experiment with different approaches to become skilled at programming.
Is it Hard to Become a Programmer?
You don’t need to be a technical genius to learn programming. At Nordic Online Academy, our basic programming course does not require prior skills in mathematics or technology – anyone can join. The most important thing is determination and motivation to learn.
We start small, with fundamental lessons and an introduction to programming, and gradually build on this throughout the course, based on how an experienced programmer thinks and solves problems.
Which Programming Language Should You Choose?
There are many programming languages out there, which can make it difficult to choose the “best” one, as each has its own strengths.
While programming languages may look different, they can generally do the same things. Some languages are better suited to certain tasks than others. For example, C# is excellent for backend development, while JavaScript is widely used across the internet.
In our basic programming course at Nordic Online Academy, we focus on JavaScript. JavaScript is a great beginner-friendly language because it is often easier to get started with than, for instance, C#, and it has many complexities that beginners do not need to worry about at first.
What is the Difference Between Frontend and Backend?
Frontend and backend are two distinct areas of programming. The frontend is everything the user interacts with, while the backend is everything behind the scenes that the user does not see.
For example, when you visit a website, everything you see – buttons, text, images, etc. – is frontend.
If you log in to the website, the backend comes into play. The backend includes databases and servers.
On the frontend, you would be prompted to enter your login details, which are then sent to the backend. The backend checks whether your login details are in the database; if they are, you are logged in, and if not, you receive an error message on the frontend.