If you want to start your programming career, Python is now the simplest and most popular option.
According to an analysis of job postings by US based coding bootcamp CodingNomads, Python programming language retained top spot, beating Java, JavaScript, and C as the most in-demand programming language for 2022.
Python overtook Java, JavaScript as the most popular programming language for the first time in 20 years in October 2021 ranking. Python is also the most popular language on the TIOBE Index for December 2021, followed by C in second place and Java in third.
The 3 key reasons behind the growing popularity of Python are:
- Easy to learn
- Powerful
- Versatile
“While Python has been around for decades, the demand for Python skills in 2022 will continue growing exponentially thanks to its use in the booming industries of data science, machine learning and AI,” said CodingNomads’ co-founder.
Want to become a Python programmer?
There are a lot of programming languages out there, but knowing Python may open a lot of opportunities for anyone who wants to get into programming. Python's appeal is that it is broad, allowing for a variety of job options.
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to become a certified Python programmer in 2022
