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How long (approximately) does it take to learn javascript and php?

by NateJasper
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I have no programming experience unless you want to count html and css. So what range would you guys think it would take the average person without programming experience to go from 0 to being able to create custom wordpress themes?
#approximately #javascript #learn #long #php
  • Profile picture of the author Marked09
    Hmm I really think it depends on your level creativity and logic..

    Some will be able to accomplish that in 1 weekend some will need 1 month to do that.. so there is no definite time i think.
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  • Profile picture of the author Joe Crosbie
    Why not start experimenting with creating WordPress themes now? In my opinion, experimenting with things is the best and most efficient way to learn..

    If you have no idea whatsoever about PHP, go to W3 Schools and read through it.. Sure, some say it's a bad resource but it's good enough to get to grips with the core basics of PHP..

    Then, go set up a local server on your PC..

    - For Mac Users - MAMP
    -For Windows Users - WAMP

    Tip: Using a local server makes developing much themes much faster, and it's a lot easier to find bugs..

    Install WordPress on your local server and configure it.

    Download HTML5 Blank (a base theme used for theme development) or something similar..

    Read as and when you need - Theme Development - WordPress Codex

    It's impossible to give an esitmate of how long it will take you to learn PHP and Javascript, which is more often referred to as jQuery when building WP themes.. This all depends on how much time you can spare per day, what you class as a "theme" (what functionality? and how easily you can adapt to thinking code.

    My best advice, be creative, be willing to ask for help and don't skip the basics..

    - Joe Crosbie
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    I chose entrepreneurship over further education despite being laughed at by my friends and family..

    I recently hit the "RESTART" button on my life, read my personal blog to find out how I did it :)
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