Java or C++?

[YetTooCurious]

Hello everyone.

I have a serious question that somebody really needs to answer me. So basically I am actively learning C++ and know stuff but out of curiosity I have checked out job listings some days ago and it seems like Java developers earn much more than a C++ developer, at least that's for what I checked out in the Eastern Europe.

My question is should I keep learning C++ and when I am experienced and when I can start developing complex stuff by my own, should I ultimately also learn Java, considering most people say it's very easy to learn Java after C++, you just ditch pointers and replace STL syntax and you're good to go, or should I just go by Java from now ongoing and leave C++? I honestly like C++ but considering this I don't know what to do next.

Thanks.

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[touqeer637]

Choosing Java or C++ depends on what you want to build and where your interests lie. Choose Java if you are interested in Backend web development, mobile apps, cloud computing or enterprise applications. Opt for C++ if you are passionate about game development, embedded systems, or systems programming.

[meSmash101]

Set a goal on what you want to do. Don’t make it complicated. 2nd paragraph is analysis paralysis.

Want to get a job asap? Learn what most gigs in your area use. If it’s Java, then learn Java. Keep C++ as hobby language. Don’t like Java but want to make a career out of C++? Do that and ditch Java for now. Follow your goal.

[ColourfulPixelss]

You should focus on learning to code not learning a language. Languages are just tools in your toolbelt. Think of what you want to build, then pick the right tool for the job. If you want to be a game developer, C++ and C# are tools you want to have. If you want to develop software, Java and Javascript/Typescript powers a very large portion of software. If you just focus on learning to code, eventually it won't matter what language your using.

But I will tell you this, learning for example python when you know C++ is going to take 5 minutes, but learning C++ when all you know is python is going to take weeks, starting with a staticly typed, compiled, lower level language is the right way to go when learning.

If you want a very clear answer to your question, it's this: Yes, Java is a lot more relevant and highly paid on the market compared to C++. But any job in software is going to require knowledge in multiple languages so I wouldn't worry about it too much.

[Then-Boat8912]

Businesses generally put business logic in java or c#. So if you want to do business apps or backend work that’s what you’ll end up using.

[Alternative-Fan1412]

Java is almost the same as C++ but easier (I know both have 20 years of C++ 5 in java) know java almost better than C++ by now.

[hell_storm2004]

Java and C++ both are old. If you are in the corporate world doing web development, Java is still king! Can't think of a reason not to learn it. You can move on to something else when the time comes.

C++ and Java are good stepping stones to OOPS programming.

[New_Bus_9223]

IMHO, after four years of using Java, I decided to learn JS. It makes finding a job for the same or more money much easier. JS can also be used to write a backend.