The Next Programming Step

[Endo42]

So I'm a University student and a self taught programmer. Most of my experienxe is with C++. I did some 2D game development in C++ and got up to some server and client management (can upload if anyone wants to see , my best is a 2d multiplayer minecraftish game). I guess you could call me a Low-Mid programmer. The problem is that Ive exhausted most of the classic online learning tools for programming. I feel like im at the point where ill learn a lot more from making actual useful programs than anything else. I just have no idea what to make! I know there are some highly expetienced programmers on this forum and Im hoping one of you was at one point in the same position i am now so you can give me a kick in the right direction. :)

Sorry for any crap grammar or spelling, typing from my phone

Edit: somehow a smiley wormed its way into my title... stupid phone >_>

[Vinko]

I am in a similar boat, i have taken very few programming classes,
visual basics 4.0 in like 7th grade
and recently a Intro to computer algebraic equations class in college, which turned out to be a c++ class
when looking for ideas think outside the box, try to come up with ideas to simplify tedious activities.

zach was nice enough to explain how to use a wrapper for me, and all the other programers are more than willing to answer questions or point you in the right direction.
if you ask them the right questions.

[Zachafer]

Learn a new programming language. Try PHP, you will be amazed at the readability, control, and performance.

[Endo42]

Learn a new programming language. Try PHP, you will be amazed at the readability, control, and performance.

I think I'll give PHP a shot. Haven't looked into it at all before.


Multiplayer game making isn't exactly a newbie thing ;p

One thing that can keep me busy with programming is when I'm in a math class, thinking of a way to solve the problems with programs. Or other science classes. When you're looking at graph theory it leads to some fun ideas.

Also, to change it up try learning a new language.

I spent all my highschool math classes making programs on my calculator so that I had to do almost 0 work xD



Thanks for the advice guys :)