The ability to write computer programs is undeniably one of the best skills you can have in today’s world. With computers and other smart devices only growing in popularity, there is always going to be a need for computer programmers. However, getting into programming isn’t all that easy and that’s not helped by the variety of programs available for learning.
In this article, we’ll take a look at some of your best options when it comes to picking which programming language you should learn. You’ll be a programmer in no time at all!
1. Python
Ask any programmer and they’ll tell you that Python is undeniably the best place to start for beginners looking to get into programming. Whilst the language isn’t used all that often nowadays, it’s both fun and easy to learn. At the same time, whilst you’ll have little opportunity to put your Python skills to good use in the real world, it’s a language that offers a bridge to more complicated languages.
Python is considered easy to learn because it’s pretty relaxed in terms of Syntax, which means it doesn’t demand you to be 100% accurate. Perfect for newcomers. Furthermore, Python is one of the core programming languages of the Raspberry Pi. With that in mind, you can take your Python tinkering further by picking up a Raspberry Pi or even making your own printed circuit board with Altium PCB design software.
2. JavaScript
If you have no intention of writing computer programs designed to run as desktop applications, it’s possible and much easier to program exclusively for the web. If that’s where you want to make a start, JavaScript is your best option. Despite being pretty primitive, the language is still used by a number of websites today, providing interactivity for web pages through pretty simple language.
If you already have a good understanding of HTML, you should find JavaScript pretty easy to pick up. Plus, there’s no need for specialist environments for compiling JavaScript, as it can be written in notepad like all other web based programming languages.
3. Java
Not to be confused with the aforementioned JavaScript, Java is undeniably the most practical language you can learn and that’s because of how widely used it is. Many programmers start with Java because skills learned through the programming language can be easily applied to other similar foundation languages, like C++.
Stanford’s incredibly popular Intro to CS programming course actually teaches Java as their programming language as a choice, which tells you something about its popularity. Of course, Java can be applied to a number of different program types, including video games and many device specific applications like Android use Java. With that taken into consideration, Java is definitely a very comprehensive choice.
4. C
If you’re looking to take your programming skills to the next level, C is the best option. However, it’s not recommended that you jump straight into C without some prior knowledge of another programming language, preferably Java.
That being said, you’ll find that C teaches you to code efficiently and because it’s one of the most widely used programming languages, you’ll be able to apply your skills to a number of projects. In fact, if you’re looking for the most comprehensive language learn, C is going to serve you best in the long run.
There are, of course, many other different options available when it comes to choosing a programming language to learn. However, it’s easy to see why the options discussed here are some of the most popular. Making computer programs doesn’t have to be all that difficult thanks to the accessibility of many languages today.
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