I would learn Java first. It's very easy to learn very poor programing habits with PHP. Yes, it's easier to learn but longterm it will be harder to move forward. Especially since developers need to continually learn new stuff.
I would learn C first since so many languages are based on C and the move on to Java. You'll want to take shortcuts ,don't. It's best you define a structure on how you will learn new stuff from the start.
Here's something to think about.
I've learned that you need to set a schedule and get out of the house to get things done.
So, here's the actions to take:
1) Decide what you want to learn.
2) Make a plan on how you will achieve it.
2a)Find a learning source
2b) Define a project that you will create. It does not have to be unique.
Unless you have something in mind just copy something or someone.
2c) Set a deadline. It should be relatively short. 1 to 1.5 months. Don't try to learn everything.
But make it a challenge.
3) Find a place where you will study. Not at home and it should have limited internet access.
4) Set a schedule. Maybe, every day from 6 to 7
5) Set 1 day for study and the next day for action and review and work time on your project.
6) Follow thru
The big key is that you need to get out of the house and you need to keep a schedule. It's very hard to stay disciplined at home.
I would learn C first since so many languages are based on C and the move on to Java. You'll want to take shortcuts ,don't. It's best you define a structure on how you will learn new stuff from the start.
Here's something to think about.
I've learned that you need to set a schedule and get out of the house to get things done.
So, here's the actions to take:
1) Decide what you want to learn.
2) Make a plan on how you will achieve it.
Unless you have something in mind just copy something or someone. But make it a challenge.3) Find a place where you will study. Not at home and it should have limited internet access.
4) Set a schedule. Maybe, every day from 6 to 7
5) Set 1 day for study and the next day for action and review and work time on your project.
6) Follow thru
The big key is that you need to get out of the house and you need to keep a schedule. It's very hard to stay disciplined at home.