English

English is a West Germanic language that serves as the global lingua franca for communication, particularly in technology, business, and academia. It is widely used in software development for documentation, coding standards, and international collaboration, with many programming languages and tools adopting English-based syntax and terminology.

Also known as: English language, EN, Eng, American English, British English

Why learn English?

Developers should learn English to access the vast majority of technical resources, such as documentation, tutorials, and forums, which are predominantly in English. Proficiency in English enhances collaboration in global teams, improves code readability through standardized naming conventions, and is essential for career advancement in multinational companies or open-source projects.

Learning Resources

• course: Duolingo English Course
• tutorial: BBC Learning English
• docs: Cambridge English Dictionary
• course: English for Developers on Coursera
• tutorial: Grammarly Blog for Writing Tips