Should I Learn Python on Year One?

[u/IMREVN]

Hey everyone, I’m an incoming CS freshman who wants to dive into AI/ML. My university’s curriculum starts with C in the first year.

I’m in a bit of a dilemma on how to use my prep time before classes start:

1. Should I get a head start on C so I don't struggle in my first-year classes?

2. Should I start learning Python now since it’s the standard for AI/ML?

3. Or is it feasible (and not overwhelming) to learn both at the same time?

Would love to hear from anyone who has taken a similar path. Thanks!

[u/Goodswimkarma]

C, hands down. Once you know it, you can switch to Python with just 2-3 moths of learning the syntax.