Should a beginner learn BASIC or C++ ?

Question

I'm a beginner of programming. I've learned very basic C++ at school before and I want to learn more about programming. At first I consider to keep learning C++ but my cousin said BASIC is better for beginner. Which one would be a better choice?

Answer 1

If you already know some C++, I can see no need why you should choose something more 'beginner friendly' all of a sudden.

I'd suggest go on with the C's. As a side effect you'll know a lot of syntax you might be able to reuse if you ever do Java, C# or even JavaScript.

Answer 2

Thank you so much!
I learned C++ in Chinese first so I feel it difficult to turn my knowledge into English... Guess the problem will get better over time. :)

Answer 3

Thanks for advices! They help me a lot.
Maybe I can start from borrow a book from library?