Hey everyone! I work in the finance sector, primarily focusing on operational data, and I've always had a keen interest in programming. I'm looking to dive into development, and I'm torn between learning web development (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript) through The Odin Project or focusing on SQL and Python instead. Given my background and goals, which path do you think would be more beneficial for me? Thanks for any insights!
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Honestly, C++ is huge in finance, especially if you're dealing with high-frequency trading or complex algorithms. It’s worth considering if you're aiming for that area!
What programming languages are commonly used in fintech? Any recommendations or insights?
If you're coming from finance, I'd suggest picking up SQL and a strongly typed language like Java or C#. They’re really useful in the industry and can give you a solid foundation. You can definitely explore Python later—it’s super versatile!
Both paths are great! If you want to get into programming in general, either JavaScript for web development or Python and SQL for automation can be useful. It might help if you think about what you want to build. Do you have a specific project in mind?
That sounds like a solid project! Python and SQL would definitely help automate those data pulls. Just make sure to gather all the requirements before you dive in.
I’m actually thinking about creating an app that pulls data from multiple systems. Right now, we spend a ton of time searching for info across 8-10 different platforms. An automated solution would save us a lot of time!