There are many different programming languages you can choose from, and during your coding journey, you’ll typically learn a few different languages. The good news is that most modern programming languages share similar concepts: variables, if-while loops, function definitions, objects, and so on. So, once you’ve learnt the first language, the second is much easier.
As well as core languages, there are tools of the trade that you will need: SQL databasing, networking, GUI implementation, and so on.
Which languages you should learn is an ever-shifting conversation, with new languages coming along and evolving every year. Having said that, there are a few solid choices that you should keep on your radar. If you’re an absolute beginner, then avoid the chatter and go straight to Python.
Java
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