Question:
What is the best programming language to learn?
C++, VisualBasic, etc?
How long would it take to learn?
Why is it the best?
Answer:
All languages (and implementation thereof) exist because there is a
need for them. THE best language doesn't exist. However, it is possible
to say something about the most suitable language for a certain class
of problems.
For example, if you want to write I-Net apps, Java might be a suitable
language, to get into desktop programming C++ might be a wise career
move, to develop a OO based system, smaltalk might be a good choice,
etc.
If you want to learn programming, the best choice (IMHO) is Ada:
1. Rooted in Software Enginering;
2. Extensive Compilation and Runtime checks;
3. Very modular language;
4. Tutors, compilers, IDE's, etc. freely available;
5. Includes among other features OO and tasking
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