Learning to write computer programs can be fun if you take up the right approach and this shall be the objective of this book. We attempt to provide you a simple, easy to follow and practically sound approach to computer programming.
Most novice learners face serious issues in learning computer programming. This book has been specifically designed to cater the needs of a new learner as well as a skilled programmer.
However, a word of advice for new learners is that you must go through the book a couple of times to get a better understanding of the subject. This shall help you transition from a novice to expert. The first reading will help you form a foundation, which can be solidified by a second reading.
With that said, it is crucial to mention that this book requires no previous knowledge of computer programming. If you have had some exposure to using computers and possess a basic know-how of the peripherals and I/O devices attached to the computer like keyboard, mouse and monitor, you are ready to get started.
A mediocre book if you want to decide what programming language you want to learn, but a useless book otherwise. It uses many technical terms to give you a nodding acquaintance with each programming language.
The book offers a very brief introduction to many different programming languages, including their history, their main features and the syntax code about how to create the basic Hello World!