What language would you recommend to a beginner as their first?

Question

I think Python is probably one of the easiest to learn but it is also one of the less useful languages in the professional world. Would you recommend a beginner start with Python and then learn Java or C++? Or, would you recommend they persevere with a more complicated language?

What are your opinions and why?

I personally think Python is a good intro to the fundamental concepts and a good stepping stone to take on the way to learning a more complicated language.

Answer 1

This would all depend on the ultimate end goal for capabilities and projects as well as the new programmer's comprehension of the scripting/coding methodology and concepts.

Answer 2

@Grahambo @Charan Leo25 I'm interested in peoples opinions, what worked for them, what ignited their passion for CS etc. =)