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Anonymous asked in Computers & InternetProgramming & Design · 1 decade ago

Is it to late to start computer/game programming?

I'm 17 and I'm going to be 18 in 4 more months. Is it to late to start game programming and computer programming? I have some knowledge of languages.

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    Absolutely not! You can start learning C++ with these video tutorials:

    http://xoax.net/comp/cpp/console/index.php

    They are perfect for beginners. This one can get you started by showing you how to install a free compiler:

    http://xoax.net/comp/cpp/console/Lesson0.php

    Here are some simple games with code downloads that you can use to get some ideas:

    http://xoax.net/comp/cpp/console/Lesson9.php

    http://xoax.net/comp/cpp/console/Lesson23.php

    http://xoax.net/comp/cpp/console/Lesson29.php

    These tutorials can get you started with graphics programming in OpenGL:

    http://xoax.net/comp/cpp/opengl/index.php

    You can go through the tutorials and if you have questions on them or anything else in C++, please post to me here:

    http://xoax.net/forum/

    Best of luck!

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    No, not at all.

    I didn't go to college until I was 33 years old (I don't recommend waiting that long). I got my degree in CIS (Computer Information Systems) and now, 2 years later, I have a great job doing .NET development for a large healthcare corporation.

    Before I went to college, I knew very little about computers. Now, I am considered a "guru" by my less knowledgable friends.

    I would suggest going to school and getting a degree in the field. I would also suggest either getting a part time job in a helpdesk style position somewhere, or volunteering or just doing some tinkering on your own to get to know hardware and troubleshooting skills. Contrary to what some people believe, those skills are very helpful to me as a developer.

    It's never too late to start. Good luck to you : )

  • 1 decade ago

    Not at all. There are many people who go to college for programming having no background in the subject.

  • 1 decade ago

    Are you kidding?! You are just the right age to start! Pick a language and buy a book (or go to Lynda.com and see if they have any tutorials on it...Personally, I learn better by doing rather than reading; sound funny from someone who wrote a book on software development, doesn't it? LOL Funny but true http://www.amazon.com/Foundation-Blend-Building-Ap...

    Victor

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