Re:Ask HN: How do you really learn a new language?
by berdon on Tuesday August 21, 2012 @08:06PM
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I've refined my method for learning new languages and it works really well for me.
1. Thumb through a basic book on the language. Skimming through syntax, language structure and other nuances that separate it from similar languages that you have experience with. Skim through examples but don't spend much time on them.
2. Pick a project and go.
Refining your knowledge in the language is, in my opinion, simply a matter of time. Use the language, learn the language and get better at the language.
1. Thumb through a basic book on the language. Skimming through syntax, language structure and other nuances that separate it from similar languages that you have experience with. Skim through examples but don't spend much time on them.
2. Pick a project and go.
Refining your knowledge in the language is, in my opinion, simply a matter of time. Use the language, learn the language and get better at the language.