Java or C++?

Which programming language should I choose?

Hey Folks, If you are reading this blog, most probably you are going to start Competitive coding or you are initiating the journey of programmar. Or maybe you are a professional, Engineer well never mind.

In this blog, I will explain to you the keypoint and language you should choose for your Programming Journey or for your Competitive Journey.

To the point, if you are planning to start Competitive Programming, and no prior Kowlege of JAVA and I am assuming you are completely beginner, then without any doubt go for C++. Why I am saying so, let me explain it in the simplest way.

In CPP, you can use a lot of libraries helpful in competitive coding, and most important C++ is the most reliable and low latency language. when you will use the STL library to implement your code then you will fall in love with C++.You can easily use the property of Stack, Queue, and Priority Queue using STL and when it comes to program latency it is lowest in C++, which means your programs run in no time. In competitive coding, a millisecond matters a lot.

If you have prior knowledge of Java then you can choose Java as your competitve programming Language. Java comes with handsful of inbuilt features like memory management, Garbage collector etc. in c++ you need to define it explicitly but in java it is inbuilt. These feature lower the memory complexity in your code, and give a boost to your program. also Nowdays Industry mostly use Java for there Backend and it is important to know the syntax and implementation of Java.

If you have knowlege of both Java and C++? Which One should I choose for CP?

If you have knowledge of both CPP and JAVA, Then evaluate yourself, which language while coding you enjoy most. Which language syntax is all set in your mind. Basics are very important for programming. Check yourself, which language basics are known best to you. You can choose either one and start programming. Let me tell you a secret. You will never regret choosing either language, CPP, or Java. You can choose any and start your programming journey. Expert the language you choose and keep a clear concept of basics, OOPs, and Memory Management in your mind.

Cpp vs Java

For Students:

Why JAVA?
If you are a student and your ambitions are Web Backend, Android Developer or you want to get a job in Android, go with Java. Java has a lot of features that C++ does not possess. and A java Developer is most demanded in the IT Industry Nowadays. Java has a lot of frameworks that are being used in today's IT industry that are highly effective and still increasing in popularity.

• Java is most demanded Language in Industry.
• If you get to know all the concepts of Java you can learn C++ anytime within Days, Vice versa is also true.
• The door of android development will be opened for you.
• You can learn Backend, API calls and UI desing in Java.
• Java has inbuilt Garbage Collector, which is not availbale in C++. You need to define it explisitly in C++.
• Java has more career option nowdays and more open Future compare to C++.

WHY C++?
Well, Honestly telling, if you are a student and you have no prior knowledge of any language, I would suggest you go with C or C++. If your ambition is to code some system applications or to code on an Embedded system or into Game Development, C++ is the best option for you. If you want to join Competitive coding then also C++ has a lot of potentials. Here are some key features of C++ :

• Most reliable and low latency
• STL Library
• easy and handy syntax compare to Java.
• Best langauge to start with.
• A lot of liabraies helpful in CP.

Again I want to say, You will never regret choosing either language, CPP, or Java.

If you are a professional, you must be well aware of the requirements of your or your company go accordingly. If you have been given an option you can go with any of your choices. as I said, You will never regret choosing either language, CPP, or Java.

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Have a good time. see you in the next post. :)
Signing Off. Peace.