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[Qodosh]

If this is not the proper place to discuss this please let me know.

I was wondering what language would be best for a beginner programer that has only basic knowledge of programming concepts. Specifically interested in building software for networking related functions.

Thank you.

[v0id]

Almost all programming languages are able to perform network operations, so there should not be any problems for you choosing a language. If you're just going to concentrate on the networking part, then I'll suggest you to find some high-level language, because you'll probably not need the low-level stuff. You could simply choose a language like Perl or Python.

[WingedPanther]

Also, for languages like C++, even if there isn't native support for networking, there will often be additional libraries available that will provide that functionality.

[Qodosh]

v0id said:

Almost all programming languages are able to perform network operations, so there should not be any problems for you choosing a language. If you're just going to concentrate on the networking part, then I'll suggest you to find some high-level language, because you'll probably not need the low-level stuff. You could simply choose a language like Perl or Python.

I've heard a lot about perl in relation to network programming. I also heard that its not fun to learn. I am currently working on learning python.

WingedPanther said:

Also, for languages like C++, even if there isn't native support for networking, there will often be additional libraries available that will provide that functionality.

C++ I've heard is quite fast. However, it seems a bit of a pain to learn. Perhaps I will work my way up to it.

[v0id]

Qodosh said:

I am currently working on learning python.

The network engine Twisted should be a great framework for networking. I haven't had the time for trying it out myself yet, but I think you should think about using it. Another alternative is to use Python's standard socket-module.

[Qodosh]

v0id said:

The network engine Twisted should be a great framework for networking. I haven't had the time for trying it out myself yet, but I think you should think about using it. Another alternative is to use Python's standard socket-module.

I actually just download twisted a few days ago. But I am new to python, and programming in general. So I haven't tested it or anything in python extensively as of yet.