Future - Java or Python
Java and Python are the two most famous and amazing programming languages on the planet. Both languages have immense network backing and libraries to perform practically any programming task. Both have super flexibility, productivity, and have robust abilities. But which one have a better future? Well Java is quite famous among developers, but Python has been around longer than Java. Even I have been programming in Java since long time, I never thought seriously of learning a new language. Being comfortable and having good experience in Java what is making me to learn other language specially Python? For me the answer is Fear ! :)
Well we all know about emerging trends such as AI, IoT, Machine Learning (ML) and block chain. In recent report published by NASSCOM, over 40% of the engineers in India needs to upgrade their skills to cope up with new trends, else they might find themselves unemployed in next 5 years. The most risked section is mid-level employees, which are 20% of the total IT workforce.
Machine learning has become the boon for the IT industry. Now, AI and ML are not just a science fiction thing which we see in Hollywood movies, they have evolved to reality. AI and ML has become a important and necessary in the business in recent years. Developers have to expand their capabilities because the projects of AI and ML are different from traditional ones.
As the trend is changing the traditional project and traditional way of programming will start fading. So, the developers needs to build a different technology stacks and skills which are required to implement AI and ML projects. Now, when we speak about building a new skill, Python is the first thing comes in mind.
Python is the first choice for Machine learning projects. A well-structured and well-tested environment is required to develop the ML solutions. The ML algorithms are complex, but Python is the rescue with an extensive range of libraries and frameworks like Pandas, NumPy, etc. Having ML specific libraries make it easy for developers to implement complex algorithms and saves lot of time.
Even if one is not making transition to Data Science, as a experienced developer learning Python signifies having another and essential asset in your stack. Also, Python developers are the most generously paid developers especially in Data Science, Machine learning, and web development.
I personally see the future more wise with the development in Python. Even though I have been using Java for a long time and just started getting my hands dirty with python, I found python really easy to learn and its fun. Most importantly it gives a strong feeling of suitability as programmer.
