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Narasimma Radhakrishnan
Narasimma Radhakrishnan

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JavaScript vs Java: They're Not the Same! ☕⚡

JavaScript vs Java: They're Not the Same! ☕⚡

As a beginner, I thought Java and JavaScript were the same language because of their names. They aren't—they're completely different.

What is Java? ☕

Java is a programming language mainly used for backend development, Android apps, and enterprise software.

public class Main {
public static void main(String[] args) {
System.out.println("Hello Java");
}
}
What is JavaScript? ⚡

JavaScript is used to make websites interactive and also powers backend applications with Node.js.

console.log("Hello JavaScript");
Java vs JavaScript
Java JavaScript
Compiled language Interpreted language
Backend & Android Web & Full Stack
Runs on JVM Runs in Browser & Node.js
Strongly typed Dynamically typed
Which Should Beginners Learn?
Learn Java if you're interested in backend development, Android, or DSA.
Learn JavaScript if you want to build interactive websites and MERN stack applications.

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