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> I want to start learning ADA, but I'm not sure where to start. What  
> should I
> read first?

Welcome!

Get hold of the RM (from adaic.org) and Barnes'es textbook and/or  
Rationale.

> Is there any good free software (for Windows Linux) you suggested

Get hold of the free compiler GNAT from AdaCore.

Good websites include adaic.org, libre2.adacore.com, adapower.com,  
adaworld.com, adahome.com (historical).