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Bootstrap Coding Skills

Welcome to Bootstrap Coding Skills - a learning resource designed specifically for new developers who are just starting their coding journey.

🎯 Our Mission

This site provides simple, minimal, and concise instructions to help you get started with essential development tools and languages. Our goal is to give you a solid foundation of the basics, help you become minimally productive quickly, and then point you toward resources for continued learning.

Learning Philosophy

These guides are intentionally basic and focused on getting you started. Think of them as a "bootstrap" - they'll help you take your first steps, but you'll want to continue learning from more comprehensive resources as you grow.

🛠️ What You'll Learn

Git - Version Control Fundamentals

Master the basics of version control, the essential tool every developer needs to track changes and collaborate on code.

  • Interactive Learning - Visual learning with hands-on exercises
  • Core Commands - Adding files, creating commits, and basic workflows
  • File Management - Ignoring files and organizing your projects
  • Collaboration - Handling merge conflicts when working with others

Get Started with Git →

Java - Programming Language Basics

Learn the fundamentals of Java, a powerful and widely-used programming language that's perfect for beginners.

  • Environment Setup - Getting Java running on your computer
  • Core Syntax - Variables, data types, and basic programming constructs
  • Data Structures - Working with lists, arrays, and collections
  • Best Practices - Writing clean, idiomatic Java code

Get Started with Java →

🚀 Ready to Begin?

  1. Start Here: Read our Getting Started Guide to prepare your learning environment
  2. Pick Your Path: Choose Git or Java (or both!) based on your immediate needs
  3. Learn the Basics: Follow the lessons in order for the best learning experience
  4. Keep Going: Use the resources we recommend to continue your journey

Remember: everyone starts somewhere, and the goal is progress, not perfection. Take your time, practice regularly, and don't be afraid to make mistakes - that's how you learn!

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💡 Philosophy

Learning to code is a journey, not a destination. This site emphasizes:

  • Practical application over theoretical knowledge
  • Building projects to reinforce learning
  • Community engagement and peer learning
  • Continuous improvement and lifelong learning

Ready to bootstrap your coding skills? Let's get started!