Is it even worth learning Python anymore?
Is learning python worth it?
Is python worth learning?
The site you're on asking this question was made with Python. So it's got that going for it.
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First off, I’m new to programming. Like new as in only having taken an intro level Java class in high school, however I want to program more. That being said, a lot of friends, teachers, and YouTubers recommended to fully learn Python first.
In a job perspective, will learning Python land me a nice job? So many people say it’s one of the easiest programming languages you can learn, but at the same time I look at job applications in my free-time and see obscure (at least to me) languages as a requirement.
All I’m saying is that is Python becoming over-saturated to the point where it would be looked on as a low-level ans over-saturated language?
I'm a teen who wants to help my parents financial struggles, I want to help them earn money but I tried so many ways and this might be the one, so will learning python help me earn money? get a better future, job etc.. I'm already determined and ready to learn if so.
I just started my first computer language class "introduction to computer programming" and it teaches python. some stuff i get, some i am still having trouble with, but im only 4 days into it.i want to learn c++/java/javascript and some html/other languages for web development but the main endgame is to work for a videogame company being a coder and so far ive read C++ was the top language for that. so my question is: should i really put the effort into mastering python, or should i just learn enough to pass the class and focus mainly on c++ when i get there?
The site you're on asking this question was made with Python. So it's got that going for it.
Yes it's absolutely worth it. If you need something done quickly you can always write it in python.
It's not what I'd rely on for large, complicated tasks. That doesn't mean I don't rely on it to get simple shit done while people waffle over questions like "Should I learn python".
Also your class is teaching you the basics/fundamentals/common themes of programming through python. What you learn will more or less be applicable in C# or whatever you learn next. They start in py because py is easy. You don't start your elementary school kids with calculus.
I’ve been seeing a lot of mixed opinions lately, so I wanted to ask this honestly-is Python still worth learning in 2026?
Everywhere I go, Python is recommended as the “best beginner language.” That’s exactly why I picked it up a few months ago. It was easy to start, the syntax felt simple, and I could build small projects pretty quickly. Compared to other languages, it didn’t feel intimidating at all.
But recently, I started noticing something that made me question my choice - everyone seems to be learning Python. From college students to career switchers, it feels like the market is getting overcrowded, especially for entry-level roles.
At the same time, I can’t ignore how powerful Python actually is. It’s used in so many areas:
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Web development (Django, Flask)
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Data science and analytics
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Machine learning and AI
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Automation and scripting
That kind of versatility is hard to beat. But the problem is, just “knowing Python” doesn’t seem to be enough anymore.
I’ve also noticed that many beginners (including me at first) get stuck in tutorial loops-watching videos, copying code, but not actually building anything meaningful. That’s probably why it feels saturated-because a lot of people stop at the basics.
Python is touted as the best general purpose language but it seems that most Python jobs are in data science and machine learning. Is it really worth it learning if you want to do more generic development like web stuff or are you better off just focussing on JS and Java/C#?
I really want to learn a programming / scripting lanuage so I am able to develop cool things. I already know the basics about Variable, Classes, functions etc.. I really want to learn Python, however is it still worth learning? It is still used alot?
The reason I ask, is because im massivly into Linux. Writing scripts to achive stuff would be awesome.
The only thing I've noticed with Python tho in the past is once you import a module or two, you tend to use those modules alot, and it doesn't feel like you're writing your own code.
What do you think?
The only thing I've noticed with Python tho in the past is once you import a module or two, you tend to use those modules alot, and it doesn't feel like you're writing your own code.
Serious programming is not about writing your own code but about getting things done. There's no point in inventing the wheel again unless you know you can do it better.
is it still worth learning?
Absolutely yes. There are very few languages that aren't worth learning (arguably every language has some value of some sort. Even esoteric languages such as Whitespace. Python is used extensively everywhere for everything. It's a very good language with a very full ecosystem.
At the start he asks you to memorize a list of command prompts and, if I'm not mistaken, we will be learning the python 2 version instead of 3? I'm just curious how this book has aged? (Looks like it was published in 2013?) Are these things still relevant in 2022? Is it still a good resource for learning python? Forgive my ignorance, I've only recently delved into this world.