According to The PYPL PopularitY of Programming Language Index, in February 2022, Java was the second most popular language in the world, and its use has grown by 1.2% compared to February 2021.

Like Java, it can be used to write apps that run on desktops and servers as well. Plus, JetBrains has released tools for translating Kotlin code into code that can run on iOS or even in web browsers.

Students in the Coding Club at Alexander Hamilton High School are sharpening their Java and Python skills in preparation for two programming competitions at the end of March.