Top 10 Programming Language Stories of 2024Top 10 Programming Language Stories of 2024

Gain insights into programming language trends, explore the practical applications of different languages, and broaden your programming language knowledge base with ITPro Today's top 10 programming language stories of 2024.

1. Red Hat Extends Enterprise Java to the Cloud with JBoss EAP 8

Modernizing Java applications for the cloud can be complex. JBoss EAP 8 simplifies this process, bringing enterprise-grade Java to cloud environments. Discover JBoss EAP 8's key features and benefits and how it streamlines cloud deployments and enhances application portability.

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2. White House Calls for Adoption of Memory-Safe Programming Languages to Prevent Cyber-Attacks

The White House is urging the adoption of memory-safe languages to mitigate the risks of cybersecurity breaches that exploit memory vulnerabilities. Read more to learn about the importance of memory safety in preventing cyberattacks and explore the ONCD's recommended languages.

3. JavaScript Reference Guide: A Beginner's Introduction to Pure JavaScript

This guide provides a foundational and comprehensive understanding of pure JavaScript. Dive in to master the fundamentals to start building dynamic web applications.

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4. Is C Language Still Worth Learning? Pros and Cons for Modern Programmers

Despite being a powerful and popular programming language, the downsides of C have raised questions on whether the modern programmer should still consider learning it. To help you decide if it's worth learning C, read about its pros and cons and gain insights into the language's strengths and relevance in specific domains.

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5. Java 22 Brings Developers Better Usability, Promise of Simplification

Java continues to evolve with the release of Java 22, with the latest version focusing on improved usability and simplification for developers. Explore the key features and enhancements in Java 22 and learn how they can streamline your development workflow.

6. How to Run Python in RStudio Using the Reticulate Library in R

Watch how to use the Reticulate library in RStudio and seamlessly run Python code within the R environment.

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7. International Programmers' Day: Celebrating the Unsung Heroes

Did you know the 256^th day of the year is "Programmers' Day?" Read to find out why and get cheat sheets to learn programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, Rust, and so on.

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8. Top 7 Programming Languages for IT Engineers to Learn

Looking to expand your skillset as an IT engineer? This article outlines the top seven programming languages that are in high demand, and that could help you enhance your career and technical expertise.

9. Guide to Creating a Dictionary in Python

In this video guide, author Pierre DeBois shows how to create and use dictionaries in Python. Watch the video (or read the transcript) to learn the fundamentals of Python dictionaries, how to create and update a dictionary, and find out why they're an ideal starting point for new programmers.

10. Python 3.13 Boosts Performance and Developer Experience

Python continues to improve with the release of version 3.13, bringing performance enhancements and a better developer experience. Explore the key changes in Python 3.13 and discover how they can improve your coding efficiency in this article.