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The world of software is a vast, rapidly evolving, and high-potential career field. However, many people who want to take their first steps into this field are faced with the following questions:

• "How to get started with software development?"

• "Which language should I learn?"

• "How much English do I need to know?"

In this article, we provide simple, clear, and guiding answers to all these questions; we explain with examples what steps you need to take to get started.

Basic Steps to Get Started with Software Development

1. Clarify Why You Want to Learn Software Development

   • Do you want to build websites?

   • Mobile applications?

   • Do you want to develop games?

   • Or analyze data?

2. Recognize Your Own Learning Style

   • Are you visually oriented? (video lessons)

   • Do you learn by reading? (documentation, books)

   • Do you learn by doing? (project-based)

3. Start with Small Goals

   • Don't set goals like "I will make an Instagram clone in 3 months,"

   • Set short-term goals like "Today I created a page with HTML."

Is English Knowledge Necessary? What Level Should It Be?

The software language is based on English. Most of the code contains English words. However, reading and comprehension level is more important than speaking.

For detailed information, be sure to check out this guide: How Much English Do You Need to Know to Become a Software Developer?

Also, the following article will be helpful for quick English learning tips: I Want to Learn English: How to Learn It the Fastest Way?

Which Programming Language Is Right for Me?

Recommendation: Python is a language that is suitable for most purposes and easy to learn.

️ In What Environment and with What Resources Should I Learn?

• Coding Environment:

  • Visual Studio Code (versatile and free)

  • Replit (browser-based IDE)

• Resources:

  • freeCodeCamp

  • Udemy courses

  • YouTube channels (Turkish & English)

  • W3Schools (especially for frontend)

• Hands-on Learning:

  • Review sample projects on GitHub

  • Create your own portfolio

Project Ideas Suitable for Beginners

• Simple calculator (HTML/JS)

• To-do list application (JavaScript/React)

• Application with weather API (Python/Flask)

• Your own blog site (WordPress or HTML)

• Simple games (Snake, Memory Game)

Common Mistakes and Recommendations

1. Trying to learn all languages at the same time → Start with a single language.

2. Staying theoretical → Be sure to produce projects.

3. Constantly changing resources → Identify 1-2 solid resources and focus on them.

4. Comparing yourself with others → Everyone's learning speed is different.

Conclusion

You don't need a miraculous talent or special conditions to start software development. You can make progress in a short time by starting with the right guidance, diligent work, and small goals. The choice of programming language should also be shaped according to your goals.

Remember, software is not just a profession, but also a way of thinking. If you take the first step today, you may be writing your own application in a few months.