I usually say that it's good for everyone to give it a try and ask what they want to do. If they just want to learn for learning sake or because of a plan to sw

I usually say that it's good for everyone to give it a try and ask what they want to do. If they just want to learn for learning sake or because of a plan to switch careers, I'll mention python casually and then I'll wait. Most people will give up after trying it once or twice and that's fine. I never actually had anyone stick with it enough that they wanted structured help. I do know a few people that got into it later in life, but those just did it, they didn't ask friends how to get started. So usually when someone asks, I unfortunately immediately predict they won't make it - since everything you need is available online, a person that asks already is showing lack of motivation or "digging" skills.