Let me start by saying I do not have a back round in computer programming but I do have an awesome work ethic when dedicated. So please don't hold back any information that you may have because your worried it'll be over my head. Chances are it will be but I'll learn to understand it.

But...I need help in determining what computer programming books I should read to learn how to create a program similiar to an online poker program. As for a cyptograph, display, how to create a program and have it check for updates, etc. I'm not even sure what exactly it would entail.

Currently I have read an introduction to Java w/ oop focus and a data structures & algorithums book. These are the first 2 courses in UF's comp sci program. I am also in my 5th year of engineering school so I do have a strong math and science back round (if needed).

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Almost forgot to add in SQL. You should learn about SQL and Server lists and Cloud programming if you want to do things online.

You will first want to choose a backend language.

If you are just starting out, id recommend you become familiar with PHP. Also, you will need a database technology if you are wanting to store any persistent data (user accounts, poker game records, etc). Schemaless databases are becoming big nowadays so take a look at MongoDB or CouchDB. If you want a traditional DB, go with postgreSQL. Of course you will want to look into HTML5 and CSS3 as they will be needed to structure and style your web application. Javascript will also be needed if you want to have live and dynamic data.

Is this in the wrong section or are you really interested in web design? Java isn't going to be much help if you are.

Thank you for all your replies.

As far as the basics for computer programming (i.e. arrays, variables, loops, etc.) I feel I have a decent understanding (I also know Visual Basics if that counts . I can write the simple tic tac toe programs and the sort but I'm not sure where to get started when it pertains to creating a web page, having the program download upgrades, fancy visual effects, and security features for clients' personal information.

On a side note, I think a hands on approach probably would be the quickest/easiest way for me too learn. Any recommendations as to the type of positions I could volunteer for? I'm assuming with my level of skills, other than volunteering, I wouldn't have much success.

Every a good day everyone.

Hey guys, thank you for all your help. I started to read C++ through game programming. It looks very similiar to java (definately different though but the foundations seem similar).

I have a question for you guys though: are there any types of books that would teach me how to build programs for practical use? I don't know if I said that right but basically every program I write, I have to use the command line to call/start it. How can I learn to create desk top icons or alternative ways of running them? And/or have them search (my database? perhaps) for updates?

Thank you again for all your help and maybe someday I can return the favor.

Cheers

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