Coding is important. Without it, computers don't know what to do. As computers become more ubiquitous in our lives, the importance of coding skills will only increase. Top coders are in high demand and can earn a lot of money for their coding skills. 

Learning to code seems like a complicated task to the average person. After all, a programmer can design a database, build a website or an app that millions of people will use. 

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How Much Time Does It Take?

Learning how to code might not be as hard as you think. It might only take about 3-6 months for an average student to become comfortable with the basics of coding. But it won’t stop there: the student will need to continue learning and practicing to develop their speed and efficiency.   

Learning speed of different coders:

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• Casual learners don’t care about the skills they want to learn as much as those in a hurry. Instead, they take their time and learn at their own pace and will probably take a couple of years to be able to code proficiently.
• Career advancers know where to start and can quickly focus their learning on a specific skill set. There is no definite timeline for a career advancer to learn to code, but it can take about 6 to 12 months.
• Career Changers are the type who decides to switch careers. They are ambitious learners, dedicating themselves to quickly learning what they need to know. They are likely to reach their coding goal with serious focus and effort within a year. 
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What Should You Do to Learn Coding?

• Self-education and online courses
• A bachelor’s degree in a related subject
• A certification program to formalize your coding skills
• Pay an online coding expert to do your programming assignments.

Final Words

Create a custom-made timeline for your coding skills to suit your needs. You can balance different study routes without limiting your schedule or available resources.

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