Compare Popular Programming Languages
Learning how to code can pay off — literally. Computer programmers can command an average annual wage in the low six figures, with higher salaries in tech-heavy urban areas.
So, becoming a programmer can be a great career move. But how do you know which language is the best fit for you? Compare some of the most popular programming languages, then explore the UWPCE programs that can help you get started or boost your skills.
Compare by Level & Uses
Python
This versatile language boasts the power and flexibility to run major websites, along with ever-expanding machine learning and data science capabilities.
Level
Beginner
Uses
Web apps
Data analytics, data science and AI
Scripting and automation
Programs
Javascript
JavaScript is the dynamic language behind some of the most engaging websites, mobile apps and online games popular today.
Level
Advanced Beginner
Uses
Interactive front-end web development
Games and apps
Web client validation and processing
Programs
C
This language is the lingua franca of all code that needs to be fast, efficient and portable.
Level
Advanced Beginner
Uses
Embedded systems
Kernel (OS/systems) programming
Games
IOT
Programs
R
R is a favorite among data scientists and researchers, commonly used for extracting useful information from large data sets.
Level
Intermediate
Uses
Data visualization
Data analysis and modeling
Machine learning
Programs
C++
C++ is one of the original programming languages and also one of the most powerful and important.
Level
Advanced
Uses
Operating systems and web browsers
Robotics and embedded systems
3-D Games
Programs
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