Help me with deciding to stick to a language

[Bijo]

Yeah, you're probably right. I do remember I used to sit down and code like heck in C++, but all I made were experimentations to get used to the language (and I did), but they were just simple useless limited programs by themselves. Really, silly stuff.

The problem isn't so much the syntax as I can usually remember how it's like in general (or I can just look it up), it's more about understanding the overall logic of coding and applying it usefully and creatively... I can't think like a coder even if I code like hell all day. For example if I had to make a text editor I have NO idea how to get cracking (specially with the stuff I've learned). Arrgh.
And my patience is wearing thin


About Python:
I did read that Python is popular because it's easier than most languages, and more fun, and it kind of teaches you principles faster and more practically. But I think there are no compilers around for it, only interpreters and such.


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Btw, anybody know how to set up a command line compiler (TinyPerl in this case) for the DOS box? I don't feel like typing in full paths and such everytime. Basically I need something like a shortcut to go to the cmd and then to be able to use the compiler from any path the prompt is at, like you can use 'cls', 'cd', etc., commands from any path you're at.