I am considering a career in computer programming. What programming language(s) should I concentrate on. Which ones are most likely to secure a job for me.
2006-06-15 07:50:15 · 10 answers · asked by eagle_eyes 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Programming & Design
It depends on what you want to do.
If you want to go in industry working on large industrial application, probably you should go withprimarily Java and with C++.
If you like to built desktop app, C++ will be best. To go to gaming industry you should have good knowledge on grphics programming.
If you want to go in serverside, you will need knowledge on php, Sql, C++ and some Unix experience.
And at last but not at least, if you want to be website designer, HTML,Javascript, AJAX and Flash.
2006-06-15 15:42:17 · answer #1 · answered by Tanaeem 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First u ask ur self why I want to choose Computer Sceince as my carrer.Then the next question comes should I go for development or should I go for Networking or simple supporting.If u are interested in Development ur basic should start from an O.S like DOS or 98 and then move to C explore the power of C and then move to C++ ,explore C++, compare C and C++ and think practically its implementation.Next comes Java by james Cosling.It is very powerfull and Robust.FInd the Pros and Cons of C++ and Java.Next comes the Big Daddy C#.It is the best,effective programming language I have ever seen.I go for C# and .Net
2006-06-15 15:06:28 · answer #2 · answered by Maddy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This really depends on what you are wanting to do with your programming skills. Are you wanting to script Web pages, are you wanting to create desktop applications, are you wanting to create video games.
Programming is just like anything else, there are niche areas that exist and each requires a different skill set and different languages.
2006-06-15 14:54:31 · answer #3 · answered by Kyle P. Johnson 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
learning the concepts and structures behind programming is a much more important skill than learning a programming language!!
that being said..Java and C++ are very widely used languages!
2006-06-15 15:00:11 · answer #4 · answered by cscompguy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a software development manager of 20, my recommendation would be to go to college. Just trying to pick a language and "learn" it will be very difficult to compete in today's job market. You will learn several languages in school, but more important you will learn critical thinking, algorithms, database design and architecture, etc., that is very hard to learn on your own.
2006-06-15 14:55:34 · answer #5 · answered by Michael M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The big ones tend to be C++, Java, .NET, and other such versatile, well-documented languages.
Web languages such as HTML, JSPs and the like are also good.
THe more languages you learn, and the better you are with them, the more likely you'll be able to find a job that matches your qualifications.
2006-06-15 15:04:16 · answer #6 · answered by Steve S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends what you want to do.
For desktop and "enterprise" programming you would probably want to learn Java or C/C++/
For web design you will need Javascript and PHP.
.net is also getting big so you might want to learn C#, J#, Visual Basic, whatever is needed.
2006-06-15 15:02:15 · answer #7 · answered by accurrent103 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want to develop games, start with C language. If you want desktop apps, then I would start with VB and/or JAVA. If you like database programming and development, start with SQL/Oracle.
2006-06-15 14:59:13 · answer #8 · answered by HotRod 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
C++, Java you cant go wrong, it opens the door to alot of different things
2006-06-15 14:58:13 · answer #9 · answered by Lauren M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think c/c++ would be good. Then maybe Java/c#. I find c# good.
2006-06-15 14:54:25 · answer #10 · answered by wolf 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋