Question 1

What is the best programming language to learn in 2024?

Accepted Answer

According to Stack Overflow Survey 2024 data from 65,437 developers, JavaScript leads at 57.3%, followed by Python at 46.9% and TypeScript at 35.4%. TypeScript is the fastest growing language to learn for career advancement.

Question 2

What is the best tech stack to learn in 2024?

Accepted Answer

The MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js) is the most in-demand full stack combination for freelancers and web developers. TypeScript, PostgreSQL and Docker are the top additions to master alongside it.

Question 3

Is Python or PHP better to learn?

Accepted Answer

Python at 46.9% usage dominates over PHP at 16.7% among professional developers. Python leads in AI, data science, backend development and automation. PHP is declining rapidly in new projects.

Question 4

React vs Angular — which framework should I learn?

Accepted Answer

React at 29.3% is significantly ahead of Angular at 12.7% in market usage. React dominates freelance and startup hiring globally while Angular remains in enterprise. Learn React first.

Question 5

What skills do freelance developers need in 2024?

Accepted Answer

The highest demand skills for freelance developers are JavaScript, Python, TypeScript, React, Node.js, PostgreSQL, Docker and AWS. Use StackRadar skill analysis to check your specific gaps against current market demand.

Question 6

Is StackRadar free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes. StackRadar is completely free. No signup, no subscription, no paywall. All features including market demand analysis, growth trends, skill analysis and tech battle comparisons are available for free.

Question 7

What is the MERN stack?

Accepted Answer

MERN stack is MongoDB, Express.js, React and Node.js — the most popular full stack combination for modern web development. According to Stack Overflow Survey 2024, React is used by 29.3% and Node.js by 30.2% of all developers.

Question 8

PostgreSQL vs MySQL which is better?

Accepted Answer

PostgreSQL at 39% usage is ahead of MySQL at 32.2% among developers in 2024. PostgreSQL handles complex queries, JSON data and large scale apps better than MySQL. Most modern stacks are moving to PostgreSQL.