A programming language is a formal constructed language designed to communicate instructions to a machine, particularly a computer. Programming languages can be used to create programs to control the behavior of a machine or to express algorithms. Technological sector is currently booming and with time, the demand for programmers has increased over time. A programmer who has a strong hold on programming languages usually remains successful throughout his career. Know-how about various programming languages adds more advantage to your resume so the current feature covers the programming languages which would really impress your employer.
1) Java
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Java is a class-based, object-oriented programming language developed by Sun Microsystems in the 1990s. It’s one of the most in-demand programming languages, a standard for enterprise software, web-based content, games and mobile apps, as well as the Android operating system. Java is designed to work across multiple software platforms, meaning a program written on Mac OS X, for example, could also run on Windows.The animation is that of a video game, CodeSpells, which is designed to teach students how to program in Java.
2) C Language
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A general-purpose, imperative programming language developed in the early ’70s, C is the oldest and most widely used language, providing the building blocks for other popular languages, such as C#, Java, JavaScript and Python. C is mostly used for implementing operating systems and embedded applications. Since this language provides the basis of foundation, it is advisable to learn C language before starting with other languages.
3) C++
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C++ is an intermediate-level language with object-oriented programming features, originally designed to enhance the C language. C++ powers major software like Firefox, Winamp and Adobe programs. It’s used to develop systems software, application software, high-performance server and client applications and video games.The animation shows hows a Bitmap image is coded to show C++ program for “Hello World”.
4) C# (C Sharp)
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C# is a multi-paradigm language developed by Microsoft as part of its .NET initiative. Combining principles from C and C++, C# is a general-purpose language used to develop software for Microsoft and Windows platforms.
5) Objective-C
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Objective-C is a general-purpose, object-oriented programming language used by the Apple operating system. It powers Apple’s OS X and iOS, as well as its APIs, and can be used to create iPhone apps, which has generated a huge demand for this once-outmoded programming language. The above animation demonstrates how an Xcode Plugin can make the documentation in Objective-C much easier.
6) PHP
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PHP (Hypertext Processor) is a free, server-side scripting language designed for dynamic websites and app development. It can be directly embedded into an HTML source document rather than an external file, which has made it a popular programming language for web developers. PHP powers more than 200 million websites, including Wordpress, Digg and Facebook. The animation shows a communication being set up using the Xdebug which is imbedded in PHP.
7) Python
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Python is a high-level, server-side scripting language for websites and mobile apps. It’s considered a fairly easy language for beginners due to its readability and compact syntax, meaning developers can use fewer lines of code to express a concept than they would in other languages. It powers the web apps for Instagram, Pinterest and Rdio through its associated web framework, Django, and is used by Google, Yahoo! and NASA.
8) SQL
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SQL or Structured Query Language is a special purpose language designed for managing data held in relational database management systems and a cornerstone of nearly all data-driven engineering projects. The animation shows Advanced Intellisense in SQL Server Management Studio.
9) JavaScript
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JavaScript is a client and server-side scripting language developed by Netscape that derives much of its syntax from C. It can be used across multiple web browsers and is considered essential for developing interactive or animated web functions. It is also used in game development and writing desktop applications. JavaScript interpreters are embedded in Google’s Chrome extensions, Apple’s Safari extensions, Adobe Acrobat and Reader, and Adobe’s Creative Suite. The given animation shows how the knowledge of javascript can help in creating animations in WebGL.