Ask HN: Which programming language do you think would be best to learn first?

2 points by Genius_um 2y ago ↗ HN

If you were to advise someone who has never learned to program and would like to learn, what programming language would you advise them to learn first?

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amadeuspagel 2y ago ↗

Javascript. Works in the browser, which includes a great REPL.

[dead] optimussupreme 2y ago ↗

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verdverm 2y ago ↗

Depends on what the person wants to make. Having a passion project will make it much more likely that they stick with it.

I would likely choose from Python, JS/TS, and Go