Which programming language to learn first
Many people think that they want to "learn how to code", but they don't stop to consider what they want to make.
- JavaScript is unavoidable if you want to get into front-end development, but many people jump into it without considering what they're trying to do.
- Many computer science programs start with Python, perhaps because it has a simple syntax and robust documentation.
If you want to be a developer, start with the end in mind: What do you want to make?
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