What programming/coding language should I learn first?

Start with Java or C#

Pick up one and only source for C++, go through the book cover to cover. put every line of code into the computer and compile it. don't miss anything. it will get frustrating and overwhelming at first. but have a goal of going a few pages per day. eventually after completing the book. re do the process for the next best book for C++. the concepts will be engraved by this method of learning. remember: it is useless to read a programming book, use it like a lab manual. gotta put code onto the keyboard.

If you're willing to go through hell, start with C++. If you want to learn at a normal speed, learn C#.

Java or python are good languages to start off with

If you're already learning C++, stick with it. It's a strong language and it can take you far.

Before learning a language you need to have a goal in mind. What do you want to do with it? For general purposes I'd recommend Javascript and Python. If you want something more hardcore, Java or C++.

I recommend C#

Id say java or python

Don't start with Java, for your own sake. I started with it and it was hell to try and learn anything else because Java is so syntax-specific. You're better off sticking with C++

Start with a language you feel that will not shatter your brain on the first go of it. learn what comes easy to you, also don't do like I did and try to learn so many languages at once when it comes to programming Attention deficit disorder can be your worse enemy or your best friend. but simple like I mentioned before learn what comes naturally to you. and just like what the person whom posted before me mentioned, Don't start with java if you value your sanity.

Javascript and python are fairly straightforward languages to learn. I would suggest either buying a book and going cover to cover putting every line of code into your keyboard, or going through an online course/school. This way you aren't just reading it, and you retain more of the information