I'm starting my first year of mathematics and computing and have no coding experience at all. Which programming language would be the best one to learn first, and should I begin studying it now or wait until it comes up in my coursework?
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You may not need to rush into learning a language before your course starts. Once your classes introduce the language they use, you’ll probably be able to pick it up quickly, so focusing on basic problem-solving concepts is fine too.
I’d also recommend Python. Even aside from mathematics, it’s a practical language for learning the fundamentals without getting overwhelmed by complicated syntax.
Python is usually a strong first choice. The syntax is beginner-friendly, it’s widely used, and it works especially well for mathematics, data analysis, and general problem-solving.
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