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Question

I am learning python to understand how to code java better,is it a good move? I want to code mc plugins

Answer 1

I think if you have your mind set already for Java as a target language, you should learn implementing stuff in Java.

If you weren't sure what language you want to use at wanted to just get into programming, python would be great. And it's true that once you know well one language, it's easier to start second one.

But in this case, if you know quite specifically what you want to do,then you should match the universal theory with implementation in Java. If the sole reason of learning python is to learn Java "easier" later on, it's a waste of your time ( well learning an additional language is never a waste of time, but you'll unnecessarily adding time to your journey to your Java destination). Java is not that complicated to require you to make a smaller step in easier language before.

Start the Java learning course on Sololearn, it's great for start.