Who's got resources to learn how to build things on BSV? I …

Twetch ·

Who's got resources to learn how to build things on BSV? I have started learning Python and followed Unwriter. What should I read or watch?

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Twetch ·

I was thinking of getting a "For Dummies".

Twetch ·

Python is a great language to start with - comforting syntax, a huge standard library, big community to help.

To build on BSV, first learn how to build. Basic data and control structures, execution flow, functions, classes, etc.

Twetch ·

Then learn how all the pieces fit together. Algorithm challenges are a good way to start with this, or building small command line tools to do interesting things.

Twetch ·

Most BSV apps are web-based, so once you're comfortable with the above, learn basic HTML/CSS/JS. Flask is a great Python web framework to run your back-end or power APIs if that's your jam.

Twetch ·

Resources:
-py4e.com (Great for beginners, start here)
-freecodecamp.org (JS-based, but do the algo challenges in Python, they are superb)
-docs.moneybutton.com (Easiest entry into BSV app development by far)
-Corey Schafer on YT, wealth of Python info

Twetch ·

Most important, persevere! There's a steep incline between learning the basics and building real-world applications.

Do not give up - get addicted to solving puzzles. Tread each bug as a new and exciting mystery.

Hope this helps. Good luck :D

Twetch ·

Thanks so much for the advice, gato. Really clear and easy to follow. I'm happy to pay in the form of likes.

Twetch ·

Thank you, happy to help! I tried and failed to become a programmer for many years & convinced myself I didn't have "the mind" for it.

That was nonsense. I just needed the right learning resources and commitment :)

I am excited to see what you create.