If you want to get started with coding, you should start with learning a programming language. Programming is a method of providing instructions to a computer. You can write code to build website and applications.

CodeChef is a platform to learn and practice programming. Millions of learner learn programming on CodeChef every year.

We have beginner friendly courses in 9 programming languages. These courses are created keeping in mind learners who know how to use a computer but have never learned anything about programming or computer science.

Even if you already know a programming languages, these courses will help your brush up and strengthen your fundamentals.

**How to choose a programming language?
For complete beginners
Two of the most beginner friendly programming languages are:

Python
JavaScript**

They are easy to start and are also widely used for building websites and mobile apps.

If you are unsure what to learn, or are just starting out in the world of programming, start with our highly rated Python course or JavaScript course.

**For college students
For college students, if you are thinking of learning the languages which are actually taught in the first year of college, you can pick

Java
C
C++**

Learning these programming languages can ensure that you are getting better at what is taught in your college and it also guarantees you highest marks in your exams.

Java is widely used in building enterprise applications and you will find a lot of companies looking for Java developers.

C and C++ are used to build high performant applications and video games. So if you would like to build games one day, C++ is the language to learn.

C++ is also used a lot in competitive programming, because of it high performance.

For freshers or early grads
There are some languages which are not as widely used by beginners, but they are great for freshers or someone who is learning for their job.

**These languages are

C-sharp
Kotlin
Rust
Go**

C-sharp (C#) is used for building Windows applications using the .Net framework. It is also one of the popular choice for building games using the Unity game engine.

Kotlin is a relatively newer language and is used for building modern Android applications. It works well with Java.

Rust and Go are modern languages for systems programming. Systems programming is about building tools on hardwares which can be used by other developers to build applications for their users.

We have now given you a complete overview of all the famous programming languages, don't just read this blog and think about learning programming someday. The courses are easy to start and you will start loving it once you see your code in action.

One important aspect of our courses is that they are practical in nature. From the first lesson itself, you will be building something using code. That will empower you to write your own apps one day. It is fun to build stuff as well.

Once you have learned a programming language, you can start practicing problems of that language to get a strong grip on all the basic concepts.

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