The top 20 programming languages to learn in 2025, based on popularity, versatility, job demand, and future trends, are:
- Python
- JavaScript
- Java
- C#
- C++
- PHP
- Ruby
- Swift
- R
- SQL
- Kotlin
- TypeScript
- Go
- Rust
- Scala
- Dart
- Perl
- MATLAB
- VBA (Visual Basic for Applications)
- Shell Scripting
These languages cover a wide range of applications including web development, data science, artificial intelligence, mobile app development, and system programming. Python leads due to its simplicity, rich ecosystem, and versatility, while others like JavaScript, Java, and C# remain essential for web, enterprise, and application development.