Well this is actually my first post here, so i guess this is my own "hello world". I remember when i started writing codes about a year ago, the very first thing i learnt was the famous hello world statement which am sure its the same across all languages.
Getting started in programming is quite fun and the best part is you can write codes at any age ! wonderful right? Maybe you can get a little confused at the initial stage regarding what language is the best for you learn.
Whether you want to uncover the secrets of the universe, or you just want to pursue a career in the 21st century, basic computer programming is an essential skill to learn.” - Stephen Hawking
Like they say, the best time to start is now, don't procrastinate, as long you have the passion and determination there no language that is difficult to learn
Top Languages To Learn As A Beginner
Since picking a language to learn can be a hard nut to crack, am going to list some top ten programming languages you can learn.
Java: Recognized for its simplicity and readability, it is amongst the most adopted programming languages, since it is present in 7 billion devices throughout the world. Its popularity is because it has managed to maintain its validity over the years, an issue that ensures the long-term functioning of the applications that use it.
An important fact: to master Java is amongst the skills most valued by employers in the last ranking developed by LinkedIn. Besides being used to create business programs and video games, it is used by 90% of the companies included in the Fortune 500 ranking.
C: created several decades ago at the Bell Laboratories, it managed to position itself as one of the most traditional languages. In this sense, it is used for the development of desktop applications.
C ++: This object-oriented language is a continuation and extension of C. Today there are many, different and top programs that are written in C ++, such as Adobe packages.
C #: Developed by Microsoft to be used in a wide range of business applications executed in the .NET framework, it can also be looked upon as an evolution of C and C ++ that stands out for its simplicity.
Python: It is multi-paradigm and multiplatform, which implies that it supports object orientation, functional and imperative programming. Among other features, it is simple and similar to the English language, two virtues that make it an ideal language for beginners. To observe its potential, you just have to bear in mind that Google, Dropbox, Pinterest, Instagram, Reddit, BitTorrent, among others, were developed with Python.
PHP: Created by the Canadian programmer Rasmus Lerdorf in 1994 with the aim of being a set of tools for the maintenance of websites, has the particularity of being simple to use while offering many possibilities to develop web solutions, which is why it is used more and more both in Nigeria and in the world. In fact, it was used to create Facebook, Wikipedia, Yahoo, Tumblr, and WordPress, among many other websites.
JavaScript: This language should not be confused with Java because Javascript can be used to create programs that are then coupled to a website within larger programs. It is even used to perform interactive actions and create effects. What is developed with JavaScript? Calculators, services such as chat and search engines, among others. There are also other technologies that are based on JavaScript core also, Vue.Js and ReactJs are some of the popular frameworks and libraries based on JavaScript.
SQL: The Structured Query Language is most efficiently used by companies to operate database.SQL maintains the security of the data. It helps in retrieving, manipulating and storing data in a relational database. It is necessary to learn SQL for the better comprehension of Data Explorations. The language is a must for those in Database Management.
They lots of other languages that are not mentioned here that are good too, such as Ruby, Kotlin, Swift, Dart and many more.
A little reminder...
It is better to know if you are taking up programming as a hobby or you are planning to turn it into something professional later. What ever your plans are, the tech community have separated the most necessary languages and knowledge according to what part of the programming you want to dedicate your time to.
Server or Back-end Programmer: PHP, .Net, Java, Ruby, Nodes.js or Python. Knowledge of databases and possibly system administration.
Client Programmer or Front-end: CSS, HTML, Javascript. Design knowledge may be necessary.
Mobile Phone Programmer: Java (for Android) or Objective C. CSS/ HTML for mobile websites. Possible knowledge about servers.
3D or Video Game Programmer: C / C ++, Animation, OpenGL. It is advisable to have a good dose of design and artistic knowledge.
High-Performance Programmer: C / C ++, Java, knowledge in mathematics and quantitative analysis.
In Conclusion
There is no better way to start programming than to start. The most recommended thing is to learn the basics, and for this, the best thing is to rack your brains trying to make a concrete project or an application that you want to create or develop. Having a specific goal helps a lot.
It has been a long one and remember to keep reading code, keep writing code, do not forget to try what it does. Once comfortable in a language, moving on to the next will be easier and will bring you new skills. See you in the next post !!!