This is one of the most frequently
asked question among students, reddit, and other online forums. If
you are beginner where is the correct place to start and which language? Answers can
range from python a fairly easy programming language to read, to Java
object oriented to the core, and the classic C programming language.
Everyone seems to have an opinion when it comes to this, and often
many can't even agree. It's evident that academic institutions can't
either since it ranges from university to university. Since this is
the case one can logically assume that it really doesn't matter. What
is important is the critical thinking skills that is learned, and the
brain exercise that is the act of programming comes better with
practice. More so then just learning x,y,z languages after reading a
book for a week or so. It comes down to thought process, and
practicing much like mathematics. Either way the debate will continue
and you will most probably come across another article in a few years
time about this same question and the debate that it comes along with
it.
Henry, Alan. "Five Best Programming Languages for First-Time Learners." Lifehacker. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 May 2014. .
Pinola, Melanie. "Which Programming Language Should I Learn First?." Lifehacker. Lifehacker, n.d. Web. 17 May 2014.
Wood, Lamont. "The Best Programming Language for Novices." Popular Mechanics. Popular Mechanics, n.d. Web. 17 May 2014.
The question that every beginner programmer has! I think that it does not really matter. Personally I learned Java first then I learned C. However, the language is pretty similar with slight differences here an there, so I do think you have a point there about the first programming language you learn not being that big of a deal. Nice blog, voiced your opinion and related it to others.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the input.
DeleteSome programming languages are deprecated, others are dying, others are up and coming. One should choose a programming language based on what one wants to do. If one wants to make a website, they should learn PHP or javascript. I think it is important for the first language to be chosen carefully based on these conditions.
ReplyDeleteIt's definitely hard to answer when asked "what is the best programming language to start with". I really feel that it depends on what the persons goals are. If they want to make a website then PHP. I always feel like it depends on what the person wants to do.
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DeleteI think your right in our minds it comes down to what are you building and what is the most efficient way to get that project finished. In academic I think they have different discussions though more focused on what they feel must be taught to students. I just find the debate interesting because it's someone always bring it up.
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