Java is one of the most popular programming languages. There are an estimated 12 million Java programmers worldwide, and it’s a vibrant community that works together to protect and grow this powerful language and improve their craft.
What’s more, according to a report by Stack Overflow – the largest and most well-known survey of the IT industry in the world, Java is ranked among TOP5 most popular technologies.
One of the biggest reasons why Java is so popular is the versatility and independence of the platform. According to Oracle, Java software is used by as many as 97% of local computers used in enterprises. This high result is due to the fact that Java can be run on different types of computers.
