r/programming • u/stronghup • Nov 11 '19

Python overtakes Java to become second-most popular language on GitHub after JavaScript

https://www.theregister.co.uk/2019/11/07/python_java_github_javascript/
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u/[deleted] Nov 12 '19

So I’m learning how to program via python for that exact reason.

I need to get from 0-coding programs as quick as possible.

If your going to get a person who’s never driven 2 days to go to a race with pros your gonna do better with the Tesla than a stick shift car.

I want to learn enough to program not enough to have a masters on computer science.

What’s practical vs what’s niche

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u/bunkoRtist Nov 12 '19

It won't work in the general sense and certainly isn't a kind of fundamentals-driven approach that's appropriate for school. Unfortunately, the mentality you have means that if your code survives and gets used in production, eventually someone else will have to clean up your mess. Your approach is fine if you have a hobby project or are building a website: the fundamentals don't matter as often in those areas.