I am 13 years old, can I become a good programmer? Or is it too early?

Question

Can I become a good programmer?

Answer 1

I first learned C++ when I was 13. This was back in the 90s when the internet still sucked (it still had porn though, so uhh win?) and you had to buy real, physical books. Umm... they are these things that have paper in them and ink is used to output to its paper "screen."

With that being said, as a child, especially during these years, you're probably more capable of learning quickly than most human adults are. I don't know if you've ever spent time around babies or kids, but it's insane the capacity for a human to learn. Really mind blowing. As adults, most of us have already been molded or hold particular beliefs that prevent us from being as open as we once were, and it affects our opinions on things.

So what am I saying? Not to sound cliche, but whatever you put your mind to, and follow up with action, you'll achieve. Be persistent. Be patient. Don't give up when things get tough, and ALWAYS finish whatever you start. A wise person once said to me, "I don't give a f*** what you decide to do with your life, always give it 100% and be the best at whatever you do. I don't care if you're a trash collector, be the best f***ing trash collector." Live by that rule and not only will you end up obtaining the impossible, but you'll always know that you did your best in life regardless of what came your way.

Best of luck!

Answer 2

It's the best time to start, as soon as you are interested in something go for it, you're never too young to learn about the world, furthermore, the younger you start <i> the better </i> you can get. Neuroplasticity + straight time considerations, especialy if you don't have to work yet .. not too early, just the right time ! You're going far kid ! 😉

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Answer 3

No, its nor too early you can start programming at 13 if you are really interested im programming.

A boy start programming at the age of 8 and now he is 13 and working with IBM
Name : Tanmay Bakshi
Source : YouTube

Answer 4

Obviously you can. The boy who became a programer was only ten years old

Answer 5

Considering that Vitalik created Ethereum at 19, you might be too late. You better start coding now and catchup.

Answer 6

Of course you can become a good programmer! It is never to early to start learning coding! Best of luck @skyblue2000!😉

Answer 7

no, you're too old for that :)

Answer 8

I wish I would have started early in life. I'm now 36 with a busy life, making crap wages NOT programming. Starting out so young I dont think you can be a good programmer, I think you could be a great programmer!

Answer 9

Well, I started learning programming when I was 12. You probably won't be a GOOD programmer for another couple of years after you start learning it. But the earlier you start, the sooner you'll be able to write great code! One can't be too young to invest into one's future.

Answer 10

Now is the best time to start! Work hard and stay focused. I promise you you will be glad you did and it will pay off.

Answer 11

I'm 14 and just started learning four courses. I started learning c# for unity when I was 13. Now I am good enough for developing games on Unity

Answer 12

You can do anything you set your mind to.

Answer 13

You can become a very good programmer, start this early and I bet you will defeat me.

Answer 14

Its never too early or too late to be a programmer there are some out there 10 yrs to 100 yrs programming out there.

i started late when i was in college at 26 now i am 30 learning more each day and applying it towards the community.

Answer 15

Learn programming at 13 yrs old is perfect for the first step towards mathemathical fields.

Answer 16

It's never too late to program. As long as you have the passion,go for it. After all everybody starts somewhere

Answer 17

I wish I had started to learn programming at 13. But I can't time travel unfortunately, and started at 25 :(

Answer 18

Thats right! show em Peeches!

Answer 19

https://peeches-games.itch.io/formula-2d

Answer 20

I think so..
yes you can
1) when you young you learn faster
2) you'll master programming when get 20 or more
3) earlier is the morning
4) practice makes perfect
5) it's recommendation