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am a student at our local college doing IT studies. i was told that by doing IT i need another booster studies in programing language's. is it a must? by the way i am from kenya. i hope to hear from you guys, because i know you are more advance than we are and i hope to learn a lot from you guys. bye.

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This thread from (Kenya) asks a question many students face. The short replies from and point in the right direction; below is a practical, up-to-date breakdown that expands those comments into concrete next steps and priorities.

Different IT tracks require different skills:

  • Software development / web/mobile: programming is essential. Learn one language well (Python, Java, or JavaScript), basic data structures, and version control (Git). Build small projects to show skills.
  • Systems / networking / helpdesk: deep programming is often not required, but scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python) and automation knowledge make day-to-day work far easier.
  • Databases / BI / data: SQL is mandatory. Python or R for analysis is highly useful.
  • Cybersecurity / forensics: scripting and some low-level coding help for automation and analysis tasks.
  • DevOps / cloud: infrastructure-as-code and scripting are core skills; learn command-line tools and container basics.

Recommended first steps and cautions:

  • Focus on fundamentals: problem solving, command-line comfort, basic networking concepts, SQL, and one scripting language. Short, consistent practice beats lots of passive reading.
  • Build a tiny lab or portfolio: a simple web CRUD app, a script that automates a task, or a small virtual network will speak louder than course names.
  • Verify specific program requirements using official course catalogs or module lists at the college; curriculum names and expectations vary by school and country.
  • Certifications and hands-on projects can compensate if formal programming courses are not available.

This expands the quick replies by and into actionable priorities and a practical learning path.

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Welcome to DaniWeb

>>i was told that by doing IT i need another booster studies in programing language's. is it a must?
Only your university or college can answer that. Ask your college counsler.

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yeah and it all depend on what area of IT you want to take on. IT studies Most always involved some aspect of programming. But as the dragon say check with your school

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