Start small. You will pick it up bit by bit eventually, but there is SO much potential, it's impossible to grasp all the concepts because there really aren't any limits (well, maybe there are some, but there are workarounds too :) )
I have a long way to go, but when I look back, I notice that I have learned a lot without actually realising it! Mostly thanks to the help and advice I have received here.
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This process is somewhat difficult when I dont know what I should be learning, or where to find good tutorials
Plan out a game/program first. Set out what you wish to achieve (think small, it's amazing how much extra considerations can pop-up once you start!) Then work towards this just sticking to what you need for your project at first. This will stop you getting overwhelmed.
Don't know if this thread is of use to you:
http://www.blitzbasic.com/bbs/posts.php?topic=11128
but it's along similar lines.
Hope this helps :)
I have a long way to go, but when I look back, I notice that I have learned a lot without actually realising it! Mostly thanks to the help and advice I have received here.
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This process is somewhat difficult when I dont know what I should be learning, or where to find good tutorials
Plan out a game/program first. Set out what you wish to achieve (think small, it's amazing how much extra considerations can pop-up once you start!) Then work towards this just sticking to what you need for your project at first. This will stop you getting overwhelmed.
Don't know if this thread is of use to you:
http://www.blitzbasic.com/bbs/posts.php?topic=11128
but it's along similar lines.
Hope this helps :)