What types of programming languages ​​are there? Which one is suitable for beginners? A summary of the ranking of popular programming languages ​​- AI4kids

What is a programming language?

People communicate with each other through "language", so how do people communicate and convey messages to computers? At this time, "programming language" is needed as a medium. The correct programming language can allow the computer to understand the actions you need to perform. Just as there are many types of "languages" that humans can use to communicate with each other (such as Chinese, English, etc.), there are also many different types of computer "programming languages", such as the common C, Java, Python, etc.

Top 10 most popular programming languages

Among these different types of programming languages, which ones are the most popular and which ones more people choose to learn? Below we have compiled a ranking of the top 10 programming languages ​​suitable for the general public and students in recent years, so that you can understand the current trends in programming language learning.

Top 5 popular programming languages ​​among the general public	Top 5 Programming Languages ​​for Students
Python Java C JavaScript C++	CodeCombat Scratch Micro:bit Lego Wedo／Boost／EV3 Minecraft

Among them, Python can be said to be the most discussed programming language in recent years, and it is relatively easy for novices to get started. If you want to know more about it, you can refer to this article: Introduction to Python Beginner's Guide┃You can easily get started by learning the basic syntax by yourself!

5 programming languages ​​for beginners

Compared to the types of programming languages ​​commonly used by the general public, there is less information on programming languages ​​recommended for children to learn. Therefore, below we will introduce you to the detailed descriptions of the top 5 children's programming languages.

• • CodeCombat

It is suitable for a wide age range and can be used from primary school to senior high school. From basic programming to web design, and even game making, you can use CodeCombat to learn while playing games in an easy and fun way. Not only can you choose different programming teaching methods (such as Python, JavaScript, etc.), but you can also improve your logical thinking, teamwork and problem-solving skills during the learning process, and it can also meet the literacy education required by the current 108 curriculum.

• • Scratch

Using a graphical operating interface, learners can write simple programming language by moving building blocks. The operating interface is simple and easy to understand, and even has the feature of "writing programs in spoken language", so beginners with no programming background can learn easily.

• • Micro:bit

A small and easy-to-carry circuit board that can be directly connected to a computer via USB. The learning interface is mainly based on dragging blocks of different sizes to stack and write programming languages; in terms of hardware, temperature, light and magnetic sensors are installed on the circuit board, just like a small computer with both hardware and software.

• • Lego Wedo／Boost／EV3

An educational toy developed by combining LEGO with programming. It is suitable for children in grades 2 to 4. Through the drag-and-drop interface, children can understand the program structure and logic, and even make the machines they designed move, which helps to stimulate children's interest in science and technology.

• • Minecraft

This popular game developed by Microsoft allows students to learn through various levels in the game's virtual world, and to form groups with their peers to solve problems together. Teachers can even guide students by creating non-game player characters. This is a software that combines gaming and education.

	advantage	shortcoming	Learning Resources
CodeCombat	Suitable for a wide range of age groups A global competition is held every year Teaching through online games, easy to learn	If you want to challenge more difficult levels, you need to pay extra	Exclusive agent in Taiwan: AI4kids Courses offered by schools and exclusive agents
Scratch	Even people with no programming background can get started Easy to understand interface	Designed for beginners, so the syntax is limited Prone to bugs	Tutoring Classes Some websites that provide self-study resources
Micro:bit	No need to install any additional software or parts Easy to carry	No comprehensive Chinese version available Although it also uses the drag-and-drop method to teach, it is less intuitive	Tutoring Classes Some websites that provide self-study resources
Lego Wedo／Boost／EV3	In addition to educational toys, relevant teaching materials are also provided to allow children to learn courses on different topics	Since this is a programming language learning system designed for children, the operating grammar is limited. The design is simple and convenient, but prone to bugs	Tutoring Classes School Openings
Minecraft	Using games as the basis of teaching makes learning more interesting	You need to use an Office 365 Education account Can only be used on Windows 10 or MacOS devices	Tutoring Classes School Openings

The above is an introduction to the popular programming languages ​​that are suitable for beginners and students today. If you want to know more about programming language teaching suitable for children, please refer to this article: Recommended Children's Programming Courses! Elementary school students can easily learn online!

How to choose a programming language? 3 major evidences tell you

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However, there are so many types of programming languages. Which one should I start learning? In fact, there is no standard answer to this question. It depends on your learning purpose and needs. Therefore, it is recommended to choose based on the following three criteria:

✅ Learning purpose, such as: if you want to learn the basics of programming language, you can choose Python

✅ Your own level, such as: Beginners can choose CodeCombat

✅ Suitable for school age, such as: elementary school to high school students can choose CodeCombat; high school students and above can also challenge Python

If you want to know more about how to get started with self-learning a programming language, you can refer to this article: How to get started with self-learning a programming language? These 3 major resources make it easy to get started even without any background!

From this we can see that there are many types of programming languages, and you can get started faster by choosing the type that suits you. AI4kids provides CodeCombat courses suitable for a wide range of age groups from elementary school to high school. If you want to know more detailed course content, please check the AI4kids official website!

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