Is C still good ?

Question

I just begin to learn about programming and the first language I choose is C. But a lot of people convinces me switch to Python or C++ and C#. So I really confused and wanna ask is C still good and job opportunity of it
Thank you

Answer 1

In my opinion C is a good language for a beginner for the following reasons:
1) you only need to learn 32 keywords, some basic operators and some basic functions for input/output, memory management and so on. It's a concise language.
2) you are forced to write your own functions so you get a deeper understanding of what you're actually doing; other language provide you a lot of functions but you don't know how the work.
3) C (and also C++) is close to the machine so you also get a good understanding of how computers work, this also means fast performances.
So I think C a good starting point.
Regarding job opportunities...you need to be an expert, since C is used for drivers, operative systems and similar stuff.
I think it's better to choose first a field and than the most useful programming language for that field.
Best regards

Answer 2

C has its own importance.
C helps to understand the deep structure of programming and how it communicates with the computer memory.
Also most langauges still relies on C libraries. etc
C still comes really handy.
You can learn and understand and pick another language. But learning C to me is important or Java.
#HappyCoding

Answer 3

python is good for learning to program because of its simplicity compared to other languages, making it easy to learn to program, but be aware that C and C++ are also great for your learning, so if you feel comfortable learning in C, continue!

Answer 4

The question is good for what?

Answer 5

C is good for begginers who has started learning programming

Answer 6

If you Start c and Master it, the others will be easier to understand and Learn. Focus Just on one language first Before you hop on the others. It is not a waste of time.

Answer 7

C is best if you are beginner because you can learn more from c
Once you good at c
It is easy to learn other languages
All the best

Answer 8

C is main for C++,for C++ need good know C

Answer 9

Yes

Answer 10

C is just perfect for undetstanding programming

Answer 11

I'd say for deep understanding and learning purpose C is good really ..

Answer 12

job opportunity is higher in other languages (there are statistics online) but you can get jobs with c for sure. For example in micro controller programming etc. also c is one of the fundamental languages i think everyone should learn at one point. Might not be the best choice for a first language since you have to worry about a lot of things like managing memory and also allows strange casts that might become a bad habbit and are confusing. But all that is preference for some poeple that actually helps to understand things better. I like c and it is ofc. still a good language to learn. It really depends on you and the project your working on.

Answer 13

I think C is great and all, but Python, C++ and C# is more available and simple (opinion). I’ve seen my friends suceed in Python and C++. But don’t take advice from me, take it from the professionals. A lot of games are now being made by C++ and Python is now the simplest programming language. C# is like C++ but easier and still brings a good game.

Answer 14

From my time in school, C/C++ were the first languages to learn. They build a simple foundation for what to expect from languages. Post-college, it's more difficult to find a job that uses C as now most places are moving away from it and using C++/C#/Python/SQL.
C/C++ are just to show you the building blocks to making a functional program and show you how to form them and mold them into what you need.

Answer 15

C is base of all Programming languages if mastered it then it is very easy to understand other programming languages

Answer 16

C is good to learn the basics, C#, C++ and Python are a bit harder to master.

Answer 17

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Answer 18

It depends on what field you're looking into and it's good for beginner as well because it will enlighten you on what machine language is.

Answer 19

Yeah its good continue learning

Answer 20

Still good for embedded programming and operating systems.