Learning programming in 6 months is realistic. But you need a plan and discipline.
Month 1-2: Basics¶
- Choose a language (Python or JavaScript)
- Variables, conditions, loops, functions
- Data structures (list, dict, set)
- Resources: freeCodeCamp, Codecademy, CS50
Month 3: Advanced Concepts¶
- OOP (classes, inheritance)
- API (HTTP, REST, JSON)
- Git and GitHub
- Command line
Month 4: Framework¶
- Web: React/Next.js or Django/Flask
- Database: SQL basics
- Deployment: Vercel, Railway, Docker
Month 5: Projects¶
- Todo app (mandatory)
- Blog/CMS
- API + database
- Something you enjoy
Month 6: Job Hunting¶
- Portfolio website
- GitHub profile
- LinkedIn optimization
- Networking (meetups, Discord)
- Interview prep (LeetCode easy)
How Many Hours Per Day?¶
Minimum 2-3 hours daily, ideally 4-6. Consistency is more important than intensity. Better 2h daily than 14h on weekends.
Reality¶
In 6 months, you’ll become a junior developer, not a senior. But that’s enough for your first job. You’ll learn the rest in practice.
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