For most beginners, **Python is usually the better first language**.

### Why Python is beginner-friendly
- **Simple, readable syntax** that looks closer to English
- Less boilerplate code than Java
- Great for learning core programming concepts quickly
- Widely used in data science, AI, automation, web development, and scripting
- Easy to run small programs and experiment

Example:

```python
print("Hello, world!")
```

### Why Java can also be a good choice
Java is a bit more complex at first, but it teaches strong programming habits.

- Good for learning **object-oriented programming**
- Common in universities and enterprise software
- Used for Android development, backend systems, and large applications
- Has stricter rules, which can help you understand programming structure

Example:

```java
public class Main {
    public static void main(String[] args) {
        System.out.println("Hello, world!");
    }
}
```

### Recommendation
If your goal is to **start programming easily**, choose **Python**.

If your goal is to learn a more structured language used heavily in large software systems, **Java** is also a solid choice.

**Short answer:** Start with **Python**, then learn Java later if you need it.
