It really depends on what kind of programming that you want to do.
1) Web Programming: XML, Java, Javascript, CSS, ColdFusion, ASP .NET, and PHP.
2) Game programming: Python
3) Business software: VB, VB .NET, and C++
4) Math related stuff: FORTRAN (yes, it is an old software but it is widely used in math related stuff)
And there are many other languages for many other fields in programming (for example, assembly language, LISP, ProLog...etc.)
2006-10-30 01:37:48
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answered by knitting guy 6
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You can always get a job as a programmer. I advice you to learn the .net framework, and specialize in C#. It's not only most solid for windows programming, but later you will easily combine it with asp .net to make enterprises web applications/services. Try to learn c++ on the side, it is a must as a programmer; c++ will help you migrate to java and php any time.
2006-10-30 01:51:10
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answered by Rached N 2
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I can advice you to learn java and c++ as they are quite strong in comparison to other languages as others were derived from c++
and Java is quite good when it comes to creating network applications but if you want a simple but strong User interface computer language go for VB as it has the strongest gui creation I know unless there is another.
2006-10-30 02:42:47
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answered by mich01 3
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Visual Basic was good but it was overstepped by Java. Java is better but Visual Basic .NET is a rival and is stepping up its fight.
VB syntax and code structure is easier to understand.
Download Visual Basic .NET:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/vstudio/express/vb/default.aspx
Java is an alternative and would give an advantage in the business and software development world but Java syntax is more complex and the structure is slightly different for example the code is case sensitive and a lot of the structure can be confusing for beginners.
Having said that; Objects Forst by David J. Barnes & Michael Kölling is exemplary at introducing the language. So if you have the confidence to test your abilities and find it easy to grasp new concepts I would strongly recommend java.
If you want to learn Java then go to:
http://www.bluej.org/
Download BlueJ. BlueJ needs a JDK to run so download the JDK from:
https://sdlc4a.sun.com/ECom/EComActionServlet;jsessionid=5BCD3C01EEC52A8508DCC1360216E5DF
The latest JDK comes with NetBeans but I wouldn't advise using that software package until you are confident in Java. It will be installed with the JDK you can uninstall it later.
Buy the Objects First book: [amazon link but can be bought at most bookstores]
http://www.amazon.com/Objects-First-Java-Practical-Introduction/dp/013197629X/sr=8-1/qid=1162246583/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1/102-1676409-7080918?ie=UTF8&s=books
2006-10-30 09:21:17
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answered by Anonymous
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One of the most popular is Java, but I'm not sure why. It has far more cons than pros in my opinion. Personally I would opt for Delphi - but that's because I was taught to code in PASCAL...
As for "the best" language - don't ask such silly questions. There isn't a "best" anything.
Rawlyn.
p.s. ace2go - it is possible to "work your way up" to Visual Basic? Surely to do that you would need to find something lower than VB, and I really can't think of one!...
2006-10-30 01:03:14
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answered by Anonymous
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I would most certainly advocate C#. I use this for all my development, whether or not it be on the web using ASP.NET or a pure windows application.
Its as easy to use as VB and almost as robust as C++.
Also, using the MS Express editions of visual studio for free (www.msdn.com/express) is fantastic.
Most jobs (in london anyway!) for programers now seem to be geared to c# and asp.net
2006-10-30 02:45:43
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answered by Anonymous
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It really depends on what you want to do with it. if you want a good, modern,object oriented langauge then Java is your best bet or, maybe C# if the .net framework s what you want (big microsft thing)i. If, you really want to be a great programmer, then you will have to learn either C or C++, really. Of course, that asumes you want to be a software programmer! If you want web, I suggest HTML, JavaScript, PHP, ASP.Net, Java and Flash. If you want cross platform haeven Python or Java. Each is good at different things, read into them, and see which has what you want!
2006-10-30 08:00:12
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answered by SM 3
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C is a very good programming language for you. you can move from C to C++ this is popular language.
2016-03-28 01:32:57
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answered by Anonymous
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Although ASP.NET is very cool, try an open source language like PHP or Python. More organizations are turning to open source languages because, first of all, they are free, open plat-formed, and highly customizable.
2006-10-30 01:06:53
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answered by spinner 2
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It really depends on what kind of programming you like and interested in:
I'm an IT student and knows about C++,JAVA,C#.NET,ASP.NET,HTML,SQL,....
I think C# is the first choice then JAVA.
For Web Programming: XML, Javascript, CSS, ColdFusion, ASP .NET, and PHP.
2006-11-01 07:43:47
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answered by Moein 3
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