For those who are just beginning their coding journey, one of the toughest decisions to make is where to begin. There are many programming languages with very different widespread uses. One of the best ways to make this decision is by knowing which languages are popular or in demand.
The list below are some of the most in-demand coding languages and are used for mobile development, game development and many other areas.
JavaScript
You can’t begin a list about coding languages without JavaScript. According to a Stack Overflow survey, JavaScript is the most popular programming language among developers for six years running with nearly 70% of the respondents saying that they used JavaScript in the past year.
JavaScript is popular and in-demand because it is essential in front end web development. Some of the most popular websites like Gmail, Youtube, Facebook and Twitter use JavaScript to make interactive web pages with dynamic displays for users.
Swift
Swift is relatively new and was first introduced by Apple in 2014. This language is used primarily for Apple products and mobile app development. In a short span of time, Swift has grown rapidly and has become one of the most popular coding languages.
Originally intended as a faster, more streamlined and easier to debug language than its predecessor Objective-C, Swift is used by programmers to build powerful native iOS, macOS and Linux apps. Since Apple is one of the tech industry’s leaders, learning this language can pay off in the end.
Java
Java is very popular because it is the “write once, run anywhere” program. It is a general purpose language that has been around for the last 20 years. Technically you can write Java program on any device and execute it on any platform that runs on Java Virtual Machine (JVM), making it cross platform compatible.
Java is also the basis for the Android OS and the language used to develop Android apps. Fortune 500 companies also favor Java with over 90% of them using the program for back end systems.
C/C++
C was actually introduced during the 1970s and is still being used today. Languages like Java and Objective-C are derived from C.Today, C is a popular choice for specialized high-end applications.
C++ on the other hand is C’s successor. It is objective oriented and is a better option for higher-end apps. It is a popular choice for virtual reality, video games and computer graphics.
Python
The name Python sounds intimidating but it is actually one of the easiest languages to learn. Many people who have learned this language commented that it is “English-like” which is most probably why like Java it is popular among beginners.
Its applications are also versatile. It is a good choice if you’re interested in back-end web development.
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