Hi Michael,
I've been learning java on a couple of the other big OS with some success
but have run into some difficulty installing any of the IDEs on my Macbook
now I've switched to Mac. Apple aren't quick to help as java is not their
property.
If you want to do programming, it is worth doing some research about what is
on offer.
For example you want to program for Mac OS then look what is on offer with
Apple. If it is visual games then you'll need something with a good support
for visual effects and GUIs.
As a note, java is apparently going out of date and will soon be scrapped if
you listen to rumour but I've found it simple enough to get a good
understanding of programming principals. Once the principals are in place
and the terminology is understood, the syntax of the language should be easy
enough to pick up.
I'm studying with the OU and have had some stress but on the whole it has
been pretty good.
I am unaware of any good support networks for programming specifically with
Mac and this could be a barrier.
Learning the basics is really important so learn them in the most
comfortable environment before shutting off to a single OS.
Roger
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From: "michael weaver" <weavermi...@googlemail.com>
To: <mac-access@mac-access.net>
Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2011 2:32 PM
Subject: programming on the mac
is it possible to do programming on a mac and if so where could i start?
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