JavaScript is no longer the favorite programming language for developers
TypeScript is the number one programming language among developers
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
A new report have revealedJavaScriptis no longer top dog when it comes to the world’s most popular programming languages.
CircleCI’s2022 State of Software Delivery reportfound that TypeScript has now overtaken JavaScript to the number one position, toppling one of the biggest names in the industry.
The company says the change is likely down to its developer-friendly features, like allowing them to catch smaller errors locally and to commit working code more frequently compared with JavaScript.
Top programming languages
From 2019 to 2021, onlyPythonremained consistent in its popularity according to the report, which places the language at fourth place. Other top-ten languages includeHTML, Java, and PHP.
Further down the list, HashiCorp (HCL) has entered the top-ten list, coming in at a respectable ninth place, leading the way for both HTML and Swift trailing one and two places behind respectively.
We’ve rounded up the best laptops for programming>Google thinks its new programming language can topple C++>Meta developers will be asked to program almost exclusively in these four programming languages
“Elite software delivery teams are adopting developer-friendly tools and practices that allow them to automate, scale, and successfully embrace change when necessary," CircleCI VP of Platform Michael Stahnke noted.
“High performers are gravitating toward tools that encourage collaboration, repeatability, and productivity.”
Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter
Sign up to the TechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed!
The analysis delved into other areas of programmer’s workflow, too, uncovering four key benchmarks that define some of the most successful engineering teams. They include workflow durations averaging between five and 10 minutes, recoveries from failed runs fixed or reverted within one hour, at least 90% success rate for the default branch of their application, and regular deployment as per business requirements, at a minimum of once daily.
With several years’ experience freelancing in tech and automotive circles, Craig’s specific interests lie in technology that is designed to better our lives, including AI and ML, productivity aids, and smart fitness. He is also passionate about cars and the decarbonisation of personal transportation. As an avid bargain-hunter, you can be sure that any deal Craig finds is top value!
Google puts Nvidia on high alert as it showcases Trillium, its rival AI chip, while promising to bring H200 Tensor Core GPUs within days
A new form of macOS malware is being used by devious North Korean hackers
Quordle today – hints and answers for Saturday, November 9 (game #1020)
