Going from PHP to C/C++ & Java & beyond
<p>I've been a LAMP developer for 5+ years. I have learned quite a bit on my own, but I feel like my "context" as a software developer is limited (ie. I can only create scripts &amp; web applications). Ultimately I'd like to be able to create a range of applications from daemons to desktop apps. Additionally I'd like to learn more about the "internals" of programming (ie. PHP is a wrapper for c, perhaps I should learn more c?)</p>

<p>I'd like to know what resources &amp; methods that have helped people further their knowledge of computer science / software creation. Unfortunately I don't think I'll be able to go back to school and get another degree :-P</p>
