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Best prompts for ChatGPT for coding using learning new programming languages

13 practical, copy-ready prompts to help you learn new programming languages, translate and adapt code, build projects, debug, and master idioms. Each entry includes a concise explanation, a ready-to-use prompt, a realistic example, and recommended AIs.

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Claude Opus 4
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Claude Sonnet 4
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You know that frustrating moment when you're trying to learn a new programming language and ChatGPT gives you a generic "Hello World" example that tells you nothing about how the language actually works? Or when you paste your broken code and get back a vague explanation that leaves you more confused than when you started? You're not alone in feeling like AI could be so much more helpful if you just knew how to ask the right questions.
This collection of 13 battle-tested prompts transforms ChatGPT from a basic code generator into your personal programming tutor and debugging partner. Instead of struggling with generic responses, you'll get targeted help for everything from learning language fundamentals and translating code between languages to debugging tricky issues and building complete projects. These prompts turn the overwhelming process of learning a new programming language into a structured, manageable journey where you actually understand what you're building and why it works.
1
Language Quickstart with Minimal Example
Act as an expert instructor for [LANGUAGE]. Provide a concise one-page quickstart covering syntax essentials, package/tooling setup (installer/CLI), a minimal runnable example that implements a command-line program to read a file and print word counts, and 3 common pitfalls for beginners. Keep it under 300 words and include exact commands I can copy.
Get a one-page quick overview and a minimal runnable example for a language focused on a common task.
2
Translate Code Snippet to Target Language
Translate the following code from [SOURCE_LANG] to [TARGET_LANG]. Keep behavior identical, include a small runnable example and list any semantic differences, library substitutions, or performance implications. Show only the translated code and a one-paragraph explanation of changes. CODE: [PASTE CODE HERE]
Translate a code snippet into a target language, preserving behavior and explaining non-obvious changes.
3
Convert Imperative Code into Idiomatic Style
I have this [TARGET_LANG] code that was written by someone unfamiliar with the language. Rewrite it in idiomatic [TARGET_LANG] style, add short comments showing key changes, and list 5 reasons each change improves readability/maintainability. CODE: [PASTE CODE HERE]
Convert non-idiomatic code into idiomatic patterns of the target language and explain why changes are better.
4
Step-by-Step Implementation Plan for a Feature
You are my technical tutor for [LANGUAGE]. Provide a step-by-step implementation plan (6–10 steps) to add [FEATURE_DESCRIPTION] to a small project. For each step include: files to create/modify, short code snippets (complete functions), and a one-line test I can run. Target beginners learning the language.
Get a numbered implementation plan with concrete tasks, file layout, and code snippets to implement a feature in a new language.
5
Debug This Failing Program and Explain Root Cause
I have this failing [LANGUAGE] program. Analyze the code, identify the root cause of the error or wrong output, explain why it happens, then provide a minimal patched version (diff or full corrected block). Mention 2 tests that would catch this earlier. CODE: [PASTE CODE HERE] ERROR/BEHAVIOR: [PASTE ERROR OR DESCRIPTION]
Provide targeted debugging: find the bug, explain root cause, propose fix, and give a patched minimal diff.
6
Explain Language Core Concept with Examples
Explain the concept of [CONCEPT] in [LANGUAGE] in under 200 words. Provide 3 short code examples (each <10 lines) demonstrating common uses and one common pitfall for each example.
Request a concise explanation of a core language concept with 3 clear examples and pitfalls.
7
Create 8 Progressive Practice Exercises
Create 8 progressive practice exercises for someone learning [LANGUAGE] focused on [TOPIC(S)]. For each exercise provide: one-sentence task, estimated time (minutes), input/output example, and a one-line solution hint (no full solution).
Generate short, progressive exercises to practice language features with brief solution hints.
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