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20 Top Programming Languages (2020)

1. Java Script (React.js and Node.js)


Usable for both back- and front-end programming, JavaScript is also becoming widely used
within the Internet of Things. JavaScript is a core technology for powering the World Wide
Web. This is because its effective in front- and back-end development, works well with other
languages, is extremely versatile, and is updated annually.
Example Syntax for JavaScript
<!DOCTYPE HTML>
<html>
<body>
<p>Before the script...</p>
<script>
alert( 'Hello, world!' );
</script>
<p>...After the script.</p>
</body>
</html>

2. Phyton
Python is often on programming language charts for good reason. That’s because Python is
powerful, yet simple to learn. A high-level general programming language, Python is usable
across many applications and can be great for beginners and professionals alike.

Example Syntax for Phyton

print(‘Hello World’)

3. HTML (Hypertext Markup Language)


Another core technology of the World Wide Web (and thus a popular programming
language) is HTML. HTML is used to define the content and structure of web pages. In this
capacity, it is commonly used alongside another “programming language” called CSS.

EXAMPLE: <!DOCTYPE html>


<html>
<head>
<title>Example</title>
</head>
<body>
<p>Hello World</p>
</body>
</html>
4. CSS (Cascading Style Sheets)
CSS is not a programming language; it is a markup language. But, alongside JavaScript and
HTML, CSS is the third core technology of the World Wide Web. Usually used with HTML,
CSS helps define the visual aesthetic of HTML elements. Essentially, where HTML defines
the page’s content, CSS defines the page’s overall look and feel. Programmers who are
interested in web development would benefit from learning to work with both CSS and
HTML.

5. C++

A star among application, game, and animation-software programmers, C++ offers the speed
and portability needed to be used across devices and platforms, and it allows programmers
the ability to reuse code, for easier program maintenance.

6. TypeScript

Backed by Microsoft’s significant resources, TypeScript is essentially JavaScript, but less


confusing. It improves upon JavaScript in a number of ways, such as by allowing
programmers to add static types (for easier error identification). TypeScript adds improved
functionality to JavaScript, without reducing its effectiveness, making it a great choice for
new programmers.

7. Rust

Rust offers speed and security, without sacrificing performance. Rust has valuable built-in
documentation and features helpful error messages (so you can more easily find problems
when something goes wrong). That said, for beginners, Rust may be more difficult than some
of the other languages on this list.

8. Scheme

An older language, Scheme is used by large, established internet entities such as Reddit and
Google. Scheme’s format is easy to learn and ideal for teaching functional programming.

9. Java
Java works exceptionally well in a number of use-cases and has long been the preferred go-to
language for coding on Android. Java’s motto: Write once; run anywhere references its
cross-platform abilities. This versatility, combined with the range of available extensions, can
make Java a powerful addition to the programmer’s toolbox.

10. Kotlin
Kotlin is, first and foremost, a programming language used in Android development (where
it is officially supported by Google and functions as an alternative to Java). That said,
Kotlin’s simplicity, conciseness, and ease of maintenance make it a choice for non-Android
tasks, too.
11. c#
Another Java influenced programming language, C# is an accessible, general-purpose
language that is as powerful as it is flexible. C# is designed specifically for use with the
Windows OS (sorry Mac users) and is part of the .Net framework.
12. PERL

Originally designed for use in manipulating text documents, Perl grew into a popular, widely
used programming language in the early 2000s. And while the introduction of Python has
effectively stolen most of Perl’s thunder, this once-widely used language still enjoys some
popularity. Perl is open-source, clean, and powerful.

13. PHP

The code behind Facebook, Yahoo, and Wikipedia, PHP has long held an important place in
the coding world. PHP is simple-to-use, integrates easily with other languages, and is
supported by all major operating systems. PHP is also uniquely designed to operate
effectively with databases.

14. SCALA

Scala combines functional programming with object-oriented programming, offering code


complexity alongside concise notation for better coding and increased performance. Scala is
also accessible and can be fun to learn.

15. SWIFT

Swift is fast, safe, and backed by one of the biggest players in the tech world, but it’s
probably not going to be your first choice when it comes to general programming and
development. That’s because Swift was designed specifically by Apple for use with macOS,
watchOS, tvOS, and iOS (sorry PC users). The good news is that Apple is dedicated to
supporting Swift and provides access to a huge library of Swift coding resources.

16. MATLAB
Taking a detour into the technical, MATLAB is the kind of complex, high-performance
language that you’d expect from a group called “MathWorks.” MATLAB combines
programming, visualization, and computation, expressing problems and solutions in
mathematical notation. As you might also expect, this makes MATLAB an ideal fit for areas
such as modeling, simulation, scientific graphics, algorithm development, and numerical
analysis.

17. SQL (Structured Query Language)

Programming languages are generally used to tell computer systems what to do, but there are
exceptions. SQL is a query-based language that is mostly focused on retrieving data from
databases. This makes it effective when used to generate reports and sift through massive
amounts of digital information. It’s just not as effective for all-purpose coding.

18. R Programming Language

Speaking of data and databases, R Programming Language was designed to help with
statistical analysis and relies on a vast catalog of statistical and graphical methods. And while
R Programming Language is most often used in academic projects, it has also found a place
with larger companies as well (including Uber and Google).

19. Golang (Go)

Go (or Golang) is an open-source programming language developed at Google. Flexible and


capable of displaying large amounts of information effectively, Go scales well to larger
systems. But, perhaps one of the coolest things about Go is its concurrency; Go can execute
multiple processes at once, setting it apart as one of the most efficient coding languages.

20. Ruby

If you’re a coding beginner looking for something simple, yet effective, consider the object-
oriented programming language Ruby. Ruby (and by extension, the cross-platform web
application framework Ruby on Rails) functions well with both front- and back-end
development and is used by new startups as well as established brands.

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