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I've been using Mint for about 5 years now and want to explore the 'nuts and bolts' side of it a bit more

I can use the terminal a bit- copy/paste code to install programmes etc, but I'd like to now understand what the code actually means

Can anyone recommend either a book or online guide to exploring this? Also can any recommendations be geared towards newbie and 'moron' level

If this community isn't the right place let me know and I'll repost elsewhere.....

also many thanks in advance for any help ๐Ÿ‘

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[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago (1 children)

I know you specifically asked for coding related material, but I just can't pass the opportunity to suggest this awesome and humoristic (yet honestly one of the most informative "for dummies") book that explains how computers and code work:

J Clark Scott's "But How Do It Know".

It's still relevant and gives you a solid understanding of fundamentals in a funny and easy-to-read way to understand computers (and software) on a level that doesn't drain you.

It's a relatively short book, so it wont overwhelm you if you are just looking to dip your toes into the topic - yet it gives you all you need if you want to dig deeper.

[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Thank you for the book suggestion, I had a brief look online and it does seem interesting, I'm going to acquire a copy.... if he can describe the inner workings of computers in a humorous way, and if I can maybe learn just one new thing, then I'm in! ๐Ÿ‘

Thanks again

[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

No problem, glad I could offer something and hope you enjoy the book as much as I did!