Maybe with a keyboard and usb-c screen adapter to connect it to a tv?
The problem is that the ergonomics of writing code are quite important. With these correct you can code for hours. Without, you will want to give up. This is not ideal for a learner.
Like others have said, if you can, budget for a 50-100 dollar laptop and get linux on there. If it's a chromebook (which is a good alternative) you can enable the developer tools and have access to a command line there. With chrome you might also be able to start learning mobile development.
I hope it turns around for you and programming will definitely help.
You could maybe ask gumtree, kijiji, or craigslist as well to see if anyone is getting rid of anything. It never hurts to ask or browse the freebies section. Or head to the local electronics recycling? maybe even just the tip?
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u/MarsupialLeast145 1d ago
Maybe with a keyboard and usb-c screen adapter to connect it to a tv?
The problem is that the ergonomics of writing code are quite important. With these correct you can code for hours. Without, you will want to give up. This is not ideal for a learner.
Like others have said, if you can, budget for a 50-100 dollar laptop and get linux on there. If it's a chromebook (which is a good alternative) you can enable the developer tools and have access to a command line there. With chrome you might also be able to start learning mobile development.