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Free Book: Programming Basics with C#

A great C# programming book if you're a beginner or just want to brush up on your coding skills! It covers the basics of C# ...

Dev Concepts

Programming Concepts Explained: Databases

Ever wondered what a database is? Watch this short video to find out!

Code Lessons

Java Basics Tutorial – Part 1 – Getting Started with Java

This code lesson teaches the first steps in coding with Java: writing code commands, running the code, writing Java programs. It comes with practical exercises ...

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How to Become a Software Engineer? The 4 Groups of Developer Skills

Every software engineer holds 4 major skill groups: Coding skills: 20% Algorithmic thinking and problem solving: 30% Software engineering and ...

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Top 5 Beginner Programming Mistakes

As a beginner, your coding journey is probably a tough experience. Making mistakes is a normal part of the learning ...

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What is SoftUni?

SoftUni is one of the biggest and most respected providers of non-formal education in South-Eastern Europe. The company was founded ...

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