TIOBE Programming Index September 2024

dcexpert

TIOBE Programming Index September 2024 [Copy link]

September headlines: Programming language C is at an all-time low

C, one of the foundations of all programming languages, dropped one position in the TIOBE index this month. C is now at 4th place, which is the lowest position since the TIOBE index started in 2001. Is C losing its magic? C is a relatively small programming language that produces very high performance code. Therefore, it has been a favorite for embedded systems for a long time. The only serious disadvantage of C so far is that it is not designed for scaling. Large C programs are difficult to maintain due to the lack of object-oriented features. Now that embedded systems tend to grow in functionality, the code size also grows, and more and more embedded compilers have good C++ support, there is a trend to switch from C to C++. Recently, another threat to C surfaced. The US government wants to ban memory-unsafe languages like C in favor of memory-safe languages like Rust. This is another trend I have observed. Some companies are considering Rust as a replacement for CC. C may be losing its magic, but it will remain in the top ten of the TIOBE index for a long time. Its application base is incredible and it is part of countless safety-critical systems around the world.

No. 21 - 50

chejm

Python is still far ahead and ranks first, while C/C++ and Java are still at the forefront.

tsgnge

No new languages are emerging, and Americans are running out of motivation to innovate

T_T1111

To be honest, this is still not very useful as a reference in China. C++ ranks second abroad. Can it work in China?

风尘流沙

This is of little value. The specific language you learn depends on the project you want to do and the industry you are engaged in.

lugl4313820

I have recently read some articles about using C++ development boards for MCUs. If there is sufficient flash, using C++ for development will be much more convenient than using C.