Here is how to get real good:
you will need:
- a programming language of your choice. Keep in mind sometimes it depends on the platform also. PC software can be in many languages, Android apps are in Java, Iphone in Objective C, XBox in C++ or C#.
1. make something challenging you really want to make and enjoy - it does not matter what, it can be a game, a website.
2. start with something simple, and build more and more - as far as your imagination reaches
2. make it - ask on forums if get in troubles, look in forums for answers
3. enjoy - you will learn much more this way than any book
