Which course should I begin with first?

Question

It is my first time learning to code and I am quite overwhelmed with the choices of courses available. I am aware that Javascript and C++ are usually the best to begin with for newbies but could somone give me their opinion on which one was easiest for them and why.

I don't really have much of a 'professional' intention to learn coding- for example wanting to use it at work- but I do know it is an extremely useful skill and I would like to pursue this as some kind of hobby.

Answers would be appreciated.

Answer 1

JavaScript is commonly used for web development along with HTML and CSS (and mobile application development through Cordova as well).

C++ has a wide variety of applications, OS development, gaming industry, most of what you can think of.

There's a saying that JS makes it easier for the programmer, while C++ makes it easier for the computer. If you're opting for something easy to begin with, JS may be more suitable (and also if it corresponds to what you really want to achieve with programming). I wouldn't say that C++ is too difficult for a beginner to start with (A lot of us started with C++ just fine), but nobody said handling that amount of power would come as easy. :>

Answer 2

I don't think Javascript is a good language to start with. You can start with C++, but note that it is hard for a beginner. Python is also a good language to start and it's easier to understand.

If you want to learn programming as a hobby, I think Python is a good choice

Answer 3

I recommend Python for the following reasons:
1. Easy-to-learn
2. Cross-platform and Open Source
3. Object-oriented
4. Comprehensive Package Libraries
5. Increasing popularity and demand

Answer 4

You should start all available courses it gives you to see differences of languages and connections between them.