Python

Python is an interpreted programming language, and is coded in an imperative way. Python was initially designed by Guido van Possum in 1991 and developed by Python Software Foundation. Its name comes from Monty Python, who Guido was a fan of. It was developed with emphasis on readability, and allowed programmers to work on fewer lines of code. Python is one of the most popular coding languages, it is easy to read and learn for beginners. Some top websites and companies use Python such as Google, Instagram, Netflix, Uber, Pinterest and my personal favourite Spotify!

Java

Java is a compiled language, and is in the imperative paradigm. It was developed by Sun Microsystems and released in 1995. It’s primarily used for internet based applications. Java applications will run identically on any computer, regardless of operating system. It’s used in applications in laptops, data centres, scientific tool Mat Lab and SIM cards. It was originally developed for digital devices like TV’s and top boxes, but was proven better suited for internet programming.

C++

C++ is a compiled language and is an example of imperative programming. The history of C++ goes back to 1979 when a Danish man, Bjarne Stroustrup was working on his thesis for his PhD. It was called C with Classes before being officially named C++. C++ has been used for many projects including databases, game development, graphic design, cloud storage systems and 3D visual projects. It’s super popular in game development and has been used in World of Warcraft, Counter-Stryke and gaming consoles including Xbox, Playstation and Nintendo Switch.

Javascript

Javascript is imperative and interpretative. It was invented by Brendan Eich in 1995. It is one of the most commonly used languages. Some confusion that comes with Javascript and Java is that they do share a very similar name, however are very different. Java programs must have the. code compiled to run, where as Javascript was developed to be interpreted at run time. Javascript is used in some big brands such as Facebook, Youtube, Google Maps and eBay.

Swift

Swift is a really cool some what newer language developed by programmers at Apple. It is a compiled language and from my research, is a hybrid paradigm. It was introduced at Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference in 2014. Development started in 2010 by Chris Later and other programmers at Apple. Swift took inspiration from many other languages that came before it. It is used in Apple products, building apps for iOS, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Watch.