DSA in Java or C++ ? | Which language is for what?

DSA in Java or C++ – Which One to Choose?

Java and C++ are two of the most popular languages for Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA). Here's a quick comparison to help you decide:

✅ Java: Automatic memory management (Garbage Collection), simpler syntax, and rich libraries make it beginner-friendly.
✅ C++: Faster execution, fine-grained memory control, and STL (Standard Template Library) make it ideal for competitive programming.

Which one do you prefer? Let us know in the comments! 👇
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[maulikvaghela]

Java for Easy Coding
C++ for Speed, Performance, Competitive programming

[Mayank]

DSA in English >>> DSA in Java, C++, Python

[RaunakPratapKushwaha-xr]

I was shocked when she said '"java ka syntax simple hota hai'" 😮😮😮

[rnfirel]

It's still C++ because you need to understand how to allocate memory efficiently and understand the variable scope without worrying about garbage collection. A modern alternative would be Rust, not Java. If most interviews are done using Java or JavaScript, that's a different question

[jrakesh]

Now every one is choosing python over Java and c++

[abhishekgurjar_]

Aaj he assembly me stack implement kiya hai 💀, mil giya idea ☠️ 👻

[bhaveshprajapati]

What about DSA in python .
Is it good start for beginners?

[POG]

cpp is way better and easier than java, i have done mostly done in both and developed good projects but i feel cpp is way better and easier due to its syntax structure and not much hefty writing, bcoz just for taking input java introduces too much things.

[abhishekchoudhary]

C++ as its syntax is easy and less code

[technicalstatusmuna]

I want to become a full stack developer can i learn DSA in javascript. Is it good?

[workwolf]

java likhne me acchi h but complicated bhi utna hi h didi😂, static aur nin static method tak karke chodh diya mene

[carefree_ladka]

Nahi bahan . Main JavaScript mein karta hun

[other]

Is anyone here who is using both c++ and java😅

[ParthSingh-gzwv]

Don't underestimate the power of DSA Dadi...