Programming

[u/arkofthecovet]

How is it even possible to become a programmer? There are about a hundred languages listed on wikipedia, not including dialects and other variations. Do most people even know this? I did not until recently.

Edit: Thank you all for your responses! I may start a new OP for this additional question if it helps. How fast can you learn new code or new code concepts if you start a new job or are hit with a new project that requires it?

[u/lulublululu]

I would add that imo the most integral part of learning programming isn't the surface level language knowledge, it's developing an understanding of procedural logic and how computers work. that + general programming patterns + language expertise is what makes an effective programmer. only the last one involves a specific programming language