I suggest you learn both HTML and CSS before even considering JavaScript... If it wasn't already common sense to?

You need to learn html and css first before jumping straight into javascript, although you do have the correct attitude. A great way to learn how to program is by making a program/website for something you enjoy most. But rather than jumping straight into it, starting small and adding features to it as you go along. For example, if you wanted to make a game in javascript, let's say a guess the number game. Then the steps I'd usually do would be: Learn how to generate a random number and display it | Then I'd ask for user input and so on. It just depends really.

kpempire wrote You need to learn html and css first before jumping straight into javascript, although you do have the correct attitude. A great way to learn how to program is by making a program/website for something you enjoy most. But rather than jumping straight into it, starting small and adding features to it as you go along. For example, if you wanted to make a game in javascript, let's say a guess the number game. Then the steps I'd usually do would be: Learn how to generate a random number and display it | Then I'd ask for user input and so on. It just depends really.

Ya ive already made a website kellysclass.info/~mdahl/index.html

do you think thats enough HTML and css to start going with JavaScript

I wouldn't suggest simply saying learn this or that. If you want to create a website, create a design and then try to replicate the design as closely as possible.

Make the design challenging, then naturaly along the way, you will search how to do speceific tasks which will prompt you to learn as you develop.

If you're not much of a designer, find a website you would like to replicate. That way you can create your own version and compare your results to the website you're replicating.

Do try to get a clear understanding of any results you find as you search. Read the code, maybe search about bits of code you don't quite understand then when you're happy that you have a decent understanding, use it as part of your project.

From my experience, I rarely need to use JavaScript/jQuery to get a decent working website. You usually end up using it for more advanced features anyway. Since you're new, you should also consider learning more HTML5 as that's where everything is heading. You'll still need JavaScript though.

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I should add that everyone learns differently, you will probably know yours, but if you don't you could try [ Register or Signin to view external links. ] which may point you in the correct direction. As such, my suggested methods may not apply to your style.

My personal advice is to start from the very bottom, then work your way up to the top. So HTML then CSS, then JavaScript.

Good luck buddy!

HTML, CSS, Javascript. Can't go wrong there.

Javascript is a great language to learn after HTML, because HTML is the 'components,' required to build your site; whereas Javascript allows your site to be a lot more interactive.

How you're learning right now is great, and I would continue that if I were you.

i learned javasrcipt first it is a better way to start but it is a lot harder to learn

EDIT: I deleted my last post, due it sounding like I'm telling you how to do your webpage. Code Academy is a great place though and it does help

I took a web design class in high school, it was a great intro, but they don't really prepare you for "modern" designs. Most things they teach are outdated, but lay a great foundation for you. If you plan on making money by designing (which is a great idea) start building your portfolio NOW that way you can dabble and create things that appeal to you while answering questions and teaching yourself new things along the way. If you don't know how to do something, Google and keep searching until you find your answer or something that leads you to it.