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The Evolution of Programming Languages

This document outlines the evolution of programming languages from early machine code and assembly to modern high-level languages. It highlights key milestones, including the emergence of languages like FORTRAN and COBOL, as well as the introduction of object-oriented programming with languages such as C++, Java, and Python. The conclusion emphasizes the ongoing advancements aimed at enhancing efficiency, readability, and security in programming.

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The Evolution of Programming Languages

This document outlines the evolution of programming languages from early machine code and assembly to modern high-level languages. It highlights key milestones, including the emergence of languages like FORTRAN and COBOL, as well as the introduction of object-oriented programming with languages such as C++, Java, and Python. The conclusion emphasizes the ongoing advancements aimed at enhancing efficiency, readability, and security in programming.

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The Evolution of Programming Languages

# The Evolution of Programming Languages

## Introduction
Programming languages have evolved significantly from low-level machine codes to high-
level, human-readable syntax. This paper explores key milestones in programming language
development.

## Early Machine Code and Assembly


The earliest programs were written in machine code, consisting of binary instructions.
Assembly language was later introduced to make coding more manageable.

## The Emergence of High-Level Languages


The 1950s and 1960s saw the rise of languages like FORTRAN, COBOL, and Lisp, which
allowed programmers to write more efficient and readable code.

## Object-Oriented Programming and Modern Languages


Languages like C++, Java, and Python introduced object-oriented programming concepts,
improving code reuse and scalability.

## Conclusion
From assembly to modern languages like Rust and Go, programming has evolved to
improve efficiency, readability, and security.

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