What Should I Learn First: Python, PERL, or C++?

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The discussion centers on the best programming language for beginners, with a consensus favoring Python over PERL and C++. Participants argue that Python's simplicity and versatility make it an ideal starting point, despite concerns about its industry usage. C++ is deemed too complex for newcomers, while PERL is considered outdated but may see a resurgence. The conversation highlights the importance of aligning language choice with personal goals in programming.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of programming concepts such as variables, loops, and functions.
  • Familiarity with syntax differences between programming languages.
  • Knowledge of the purpose and applications of Python, PERL, and C++.
  • Awareness of industry trends regarding programming languages.
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  • Explore Python 3.x for beginners and its applications in web development and data science.
  • Research the latest developments in PERL and its potential resurgence in the programming community.
  • Learn about C++ best practices and its role in systems programming and game development.
  • Investigate Java as a subsequent language after mastering Python or PERL for broader industry applicability.
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Beginner programmers, educators in computer science, and individuals seeking to understand the best starting points for learning programming languages.

  • #31
First-off, if you wanted to learn programming instead of letting us decide, you would of searched Google to choose the language that met your needs.

Instead, you took a short-cut and simply asked. Something hackers hate.

You would realize, that Perl cannot do all the things you listed if you researched correctly.

So, in short, I do not have to know you. I simply judge this by the your approach to learning.
 
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I wanted to ask people who knew what they were talking about and for your information if I hadn't done research on them I wouldn't have had a hard time deciding which language to do. I have seen what PERL and Python can do first hand (from the programmers I mentioned way back) so I couldn't decide which one to chose. Is that okay with you or should I run all my decisions by you? and by the way, it was an accident that I typed I decided PERL, I really had decided Python I was looking at a link that someone sent me and at the moment I had been comparing PERL and Python. I had just read a little on PERL so it came out as PERL. If you don't believe me here is what I was using to check out a little more on each. http://cgibin.erols.com/ziring/cgi-bin/cep/cep.pl
 
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All I am saying is that if you did do research you would see that Python was clearly the language to choose.

http://www.hprog.org
 
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and uh as I made clear in my last post i did chose it.
 

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