Debate: Should beginners start with Python or JavaScript first? | Coding For Beginners - Freelance Forum - The Community for Independent Professionals

Blair Mason · 2026-06-13T16:35:04.765157+00:00

I visited a local coding meetup last night and heard two instructors argue about this. The Python guy said it teaches logic cleaner, but the JavaScript fan insisted that what you build is more visible (which helps stay motivated, you know?). Which side do you think is better for a total newbie?

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Debate: Should beginners start with Python or JavaScript first? | Coding For Beginners - Freelance Forum - The Community for Independent Professionals