<bmike1> I've decided I need to learn scripting before I do the other wargames

<bmike1> what do you think? BASH or Python?

<doskop> both have their applications

<doskop> although I hardly use advanced bash scripts to solve challenges

<doskop> so I'd go for python

<doskop> if you're interested in the other overthewire wargames... understanding php is pretty much a requirements for natas

<doskop> for the other OTW wargames, some understanding of C, C++ and/or assembly is very useful

So I need to learn a few things.

Does anyone have any personal experience with learning any of these on your own or have you gone through a book and thought, 'Gosh, I wish they would have taught me that way.' If so please, share with the class.