Python Should be the First Programming Language You Learn

Why Python should be the first stepping stone in your coding journey

Arnav Pophale
The Academically Driven
2 min readJul 27, 2021

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Coding might be one of the most intimidating things to start. You have to grasp the fundamentals, be good at organizing yourself, and most importantly, be able to think abstractly and out of the box. Despite all of this, the most frightening aspect of coding for many people is learning all the syntax and being able to apply it.

Well, you don’t have to worry about that with Python. Python has the most simple and easy-to-understand syntax out of all the programming languages. At least, for a beginner. It is based on simple words that we use in real life, such as add and print, which really diminishes the learning curve for newcomers. The simplicity of the syntax really boosts the confidence of learners and encourages them to further their development in the world of coding.

The versatility of Python is sometimes really undervalued. Despite it being such an easy and simple coding language, it is extremely flexible and is capable of handling a variety of different tasks with great efficiency and performance. It can be used for things such as web development, numerical calculating and computing, machine learning, and much more!

As more technologies advance towards machine learning and artificial intelligence, the demand for proficient Python programmers will only increase. Python programmers are well-paid and average six-figures in the United States, with a median pay of $111,000 for intermediate-level developers. So financially speaking, Python is just as beneficial as it is easy and useful!

Another reason why Python is easy to learn is because of the widely available resources that can help you grasp the concepts of Python. There are countless amounts of YouTube tutorials, websites, and apps that can really help you master Python. Websites such as Udemy, Codecademy, and Coursera offer some of the best courses that will get you coding in no time!

In conclusion, Python is one of the best ways to start off your adventure in the coding world. It will ease you into development with straightforward semantics, is extremely versatile, makes for a great career, and has a wonderful, supportive community. Some of the biggest companies you know such as Netflix, YouTube, and Instagram were all built-in Python. These products and companies really exhibit the adaptability and usefulness of learning Python. So whether it be as a professional career in development or just a hobby for fun, look no further than Python

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