A grasp of basic logic—variables, conditionals, loops, simple algorithms—is useful. School-level math helps with data types and calculations. If you lack this, the introductory sections contain compact refreshers to make further progress smoother.

Each section ends with exercises, ranging from short tasks to small mini-projects. You’ll find self-check questions for key ideas and hints about common pitfalls. The aim is to write code regularly and reinforce what you’ve learned.

The path includes basic syntax, types and expressions, memory handling, functions and modularity, core object-oriented ideas, generic programming, basic data structures, and common algorithmic techniques. Practical examples show how these ideas apply to small tasks.

A balanced suggestion is 4–6 hours per week for reading and exercises. To move faster, add 2–3 hours for extra tasks.