How difficult is to to learn a language framework, like node.js?
28th September 2012
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The answer varies enormously depending on the language and the framework. Some frameworks are very easy to pick up, others are harder.
Node.js is an interesting example, because there’s a LOT of stuff you need to understand in order to learn Node effectively.
If you’ve already done web programming in a language like PHP or Python you’ll have a solid understanding of at least some of the concepts (though Node’s model is radically different from something like PHP so there will still be a steep learning curve).
If you’ve never done server-side web programming at all you’re in for a shock... you’ll need to develop an understanding of the HTTP protocol, asynchronous-IO, data storage mechanisms, cookies... lots of concepts which it can take a long time to master (and which Node won’t really help you learn, since its documentation is aimed at more experienced developers).
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