Coding

1. Online Bootcamps

One of the best ways to learn coding especially in the present pandemic situation is through online boot camps. These boot camps provide good content in various languages and technologies and have helped millions of people develop and upskill their knowledge on coding. They also provide certification based on the learner's performance, which can be a significant advantage while applying for jobs.

Examples of platforms providing online bootcamps: Simplilearn, HackerRank, Codecademy, etc.

2. YouTube

YouTube is an online video sharing and social media platform where people can find videos on various topics on coding and programming. Because of the curated content and excellent methodologies used for explanation of topics, Youtube videos on coding and programming are popular amongst learners and also one of the most preferred resources for finding quality education. YouTube also helps in providing live classes and webinars to make learning easy and affordable for everyone.

Example: Simplilearn, W3Schools, etc.

3. Social Media

Social Media has become a phenomenon in recent times. Everyone is using and spending more time on these platforms. Users can post, share and promote various things on these platforms, especially advertisers whose target audience is learners looking for ways and means to learn coding and programming. The purpose of these posts and promotions, which are basically free of cost, is to make people aware of the new technologies and innovations and share with them methods they can adopt to pursue their interests and learn about these changing technologies.

Instructors and trainers are using social media platforms to offer lessons on coding and programming.

Example: Facebook, LinkedIn, Telegram, etc.

We at Simplilearn, have created various telegram groups for beginners where they can learn how to start coding. Our Telegram group could prove to be a rich resource for learning to code.

4. Real Time Projects

Working on Real-Time projects is the best way of learning how to code. It provides the opportunity to work with a team and assists in gaining more practical knowledge. Real-Time projects also benefit in improving coding and programming skills as well as provide in-depth learning of the subject. 

Example: Search Engine, Authentication System, Face recognition, etc.

5. Events and Coding Challenges

Learners are looking for events and challenges to improve their knowledge of coding. These events and challenges provide an opportunity to work on various technologies and programming languages which can help a great deal when starting to learn coding. There are numerous challenges and opportunities available online and offline. It is one of the best ways to give your career a head-start.

Example: HackerRank, CodeChef, TopCoder, etc.