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Want to Learn Delphi, How do I start ? (Some Questions) - Nyctophiliac - Oct 16, 2017
First of all I haven't searched much about how to start developing things in Delphi
I only know basic things like that Its Native, Its fast and other select few things.
I have experience in Web Languages like PHP, NodeJs, Python (Web Only), Js
but the only Desktop language I've used is C#.
- Which IDE is used for Delphi ?
- Do you need to have access to the Platform you need to develop for (Can I develop Mac on Linux?)
- Suggest some good tutorials, books, videos etc.
* - tcsh - Oct 16, 2017
(Oct 16, 2017 10:15 AM)Nyctophiliac Wrote: First of all I haven't searched much about how to start developing things in Delphi
I only know basic things like that Its Native, Its fast and other select few things.
I have experience in Web Languages like PHP, NodeJs, Python (Web Only), Js
but the only Desktop language I've used is C#.
- Which IDE is used for Delphi ?
- Do you need to have access to the Platform you need to develop for (Can I develop Mac on Linux?)
- Suggest some good tutorials, books, videos etc.
Currently the official IDE (and that costs quite a bit) is called Rad Studio.
The current version of Rad Studio is: Rad Studio 10.2.1 Tokyo
There is a starter edition to this that's free, but has it's limits.
Get the Starter Edition here
Feature matrix here - pdf resource, takes a bit to load
Check out the matrix to see what's provided and what isn't in the Starter edition.
As for developing an app that would run on mac while your operating system is Linux then yes, you need access to a connected mac to test and run it. You can write the code and developer your app design time in the IDE regardless if you have access or not, you just won't be able to see it perform, debug it, run, live preview and so forth.
As for android, it has a built in emulator so no need for access to android (you get the sdks and so forth and just launch it and emulate)
If you're running on Windows x64 you can develop an app in 32-bit and add 64bit support - it will work on both once you release it.
Some books here: https://hackforums.net/showthread.php?tid=5733625
Some websites that contain tutorials and such - mentioned in this thread: https://hackforums.net/showthread.php?tid=5724188
Also, take into account the free version like Lazarus, they're detailed/linked in the above mentioned thread.
A nice YouTube channel with video tutorials
I'd start with these videos if I were you
Some other Delphi videos here
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Now to address you're initial question, I'd suggest choosing an IDE and going through the basic tutorials.
As for books, Delphi Cookbook, Object Pascal Handbook and Coding in Delphi are must reads, in my opinion.
You can find download links for them here: https://hackforums.net/showthread.php?tid=5733625
Other than that, StackOverflow community is great for answering question and debugging code.
Feel free to ask here also when you run into something specific.
* - Nyctophiliac - Oct 16, 2017
Thank you for the suggestions.
I will definitely look into these.
Greatly Appreciated
* - tcsh - Oct 16, 2017
(Oct 16, 2017 10:43 AM)Nyctophiliac Wrote: Thank you for the suggestions.
I will definitely look into these.
Greatly Appreciated
No problem, good luck on your journey :)
Waiting to see what you come up with 🤝
* - Xogg - Oct 16, 2017
If you want the best IDE called RaD Studio 10.2 Tokyo, PM me and I could get you a crack!
* - BitmasterXor - Oct 16, 2017
(Oct 16, 2017 10:15 AM)Nyctophiliac Wrote: First of all I haven't searched much about how to start developing things in Delphi
I only know basic things like that Its Native, Its fast and other select few things.
I have experience in Web Languages like PHP, NodeJs, Python (Web Only), Js
but the only Desktop language I've used is C#.
- Which IDE is used for Delphi ?
- Do you need to have access to the Platform you need to develop for (Can I develop Mac on Linux?)
- Suggest some good tutorials, books, videos etc.
Question: Which IDE is used for Delphi ?
ANSWER:
I personally use 2 of them....
1. Delphi 7
2. RAD STUDIO XE (Whichever one is the current one) which at time of writing this is
RAD Studio XE 10.2 Tokyo
I use Delphi 7 even though its old as shit because ActiveX was introduced into it when it was released and it is a very Powerful version of Delphi.... also it compiles and builds Very small file sizes.
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Question: Do you need to have access to the Platform you need to develop for (Can I develop Mac on Linux?)
Answer:
The answer is YES watch this video: (you will have to download and install the platform assistant software)
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Question: Can you suggest some good tutorials, books, videos etc.
Answer: YES absolutely anyone who is willing to learn should never be declined knowledge for knowledges sake!!!!
Good sites to start with:
http://www.delphibasics.co.uk/
http://www.delphibasics.info/
https://stackoverflow.com/questions/4305376/what-is-the-easiest-most-effective-way-to-learn-delphi
Always use Stack Overflow to find information on any programming language your using.
E-Books Pack: http://www.mediafire.com/file/0s3ecpd8ejb7woq/Delphi+E-Books.rar
And you can always ask us for assistance on here as well.
Best of luck to you man 🤝
* - TOM - Oct 16, 2017
BEST IDE = RAD Studio by Embarcadero Products
Contact me over P.m ill give you an Ebook that helps you to get started as a Beginner
Have Fun with Delphi as a beginner
* - drx666 - Oct 16, 2017
(Oct 16, 2017 06:24 PM)Tom Cruise Wrote: BEST IDE = RAD Studio by Embarcadero Products
Contact me over P.m ill give you an Ebook that helps you to get started as a Beginner
Have Fun with Delphi as a beginner
Tom, its a free ebook?
if yes, can you send to me too? =)
thanks!
* - Xogg - Oct 16, 2017
(Oct 16, 2017 06:30 PM)drx666 Wrote: Tom, its a free ebook?
if yes, can you send to me too? =)
thanks!
The ebook pack is in the thread entitled: Why you should learn delphi. (My sig)