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# Intro - Prerequisites
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These resources do not teach you how to code. We recommend you learn roughly the first half of AP Computer Science A before continuing. We have linked some resources at the end of this document for this purpose.
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## Choosing a Language
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If you're in Bronze, **Don't worry about the language!** If you already know a language, just use it. You can always switch languages down the road.
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In general, we recommend the following:
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- For Bronze contestants, any of C++/Java/Python will do.
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- If you know multiple languages, we recommend you pick C++ over Java, and Java over Python.
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- For Silver, Gold, and Platinum, we recommend C++/Java.
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- If you know multiple languages, we recommend you pick C++ over Java.
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Note: A majority of high level contestants use C++ and Java. Between those, C++ is more popular.
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Keep in mind that it's easy to switch languages down the road! Don't get caught up on which language to choose. Just pick the one you feel most comfortable with!
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## Resources for Learning to Code
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[Sololearn](https://www.sololearn.com/) has courses on C++, Java, and Python. You don't have to complete the full course.
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- For C++, we recommend you finish Sololearn up to (but not including) "More on Classes."
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