Which Programming Language is Best for a Communication Student?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the comparison of programming languages Java and C#, particularly in the context of their applicability for students in a communication department. Participants explore the relevance of these languages to engineering and software development.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants argue that both Java and C# are good programming languages for creating software, each having its own strengths.
  • One participant suggests that Java has more widespread use compared to C#, which is described as a Microsoft technology that requires Visual Studio and is not suitable for UNIX systems.
  • Another participant expresses a desire to understand how programming languages can be utilized in the field of engineering, indicating a need for practical applications.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that both Java and C# are competent languages, but there is disagreement regarding their relative advantages and suitability for different environments.

Contextual Notes

There are assumptions about the environments in which these languages operate, such as the reliance on Microsoft's Visual Studio for C#. The discussion does not resolve the implications of these dependencies.

Who May Find This Useful

Students in communication or engineering fields considering programming languages for software development may find this discussion relevant.

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which is better Java or C#


me as engineer how can i use programming language in my field ?

i am in the first year communication department.
 
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C# and C#.NET and JAVA they are all used in creating software. Both are good in their own ways. But equally competent.
 
mfecky said:
which is better Java or C#


me as engineer how can i use programming language in my field ?

i am in the first year communication department.

as pairofstrings said, they are both good, BUT java has more widespread use. C# is strictly a Microsoft technology, requires Microsoft's Visual Studio as its enviornment, and won't write programs for UNIX sytems.
 
thnx both of u :)
 

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