The best programming language

What is the best programming language?

This has been a debate since the dawn of time. Well, debate, I mean holy flamewar, with mythical legendary top tier famous programmers laying the smackdown.

A skilled programmer can write good code in any language, while a poor programmer can write bad code in the "best" language.

The best programming language

I was watching a video with Lex Fridman and John Carmack. Carmack was asked the same question. He answered.

The best programming language is the one you are currently using

I thought about the statement. Yes, that is exactly what Carmack was saying. Whatever you are using, or your work is using becomes the best one. Meaning that there are no absolute bests, only a best because it works best for you and your needs.

Always try to learn new langauges and find out your favorite langauge. It will become what works best for you. It's not because the language itself has any value of being called best. It is just a tool. You can use any tool you want. The tool you are currently using is the best tool.

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The best programming language is ultimately the one that helps you achieve your goals most effectively. Whether you're building a web application with JavaScript/TypeScript, crunching data with Python, or developing system-level software with Rust, each language has its strengths and ideal use cases. Instead of getting caught up in language wars, focus on understanding the problem you're trying to solve and choose the tool that best fits that specific need. Remember, a skilled programmer can write good code in any language, while a poor programmer can write bad code in the "best" language. The true measure of a programming language's worth isn't in its syntax or features, but in how well it enables you to create solutions that matter.