What is the best programming language to learn and why?

Joshua E: What is the best programming language to learn and why?
I want to learn to start programming but I do not know what language to learn first. I have many ideas for programs. I want to create programs that have a server version and client version. I just do not know where to start! And I definitely want to have GUI is my programs.

So, here is your challenge:
– Tell me what programming language is best to learn first and why?
– Tell me what resources (Books, Software, Etc.) that would best help me learn the programming language.

Answers and Views:

Answer by Mercuri
There is no “best” programming language. You use the right tool for the job.

Answer by Abhinay
Start with VB.NET. its simpe to understand n very easy to learn.. then go to comes c#, javascript
(i presume u know html)

Answer by pipilion
visual basic is the simplest of all for beginner.

Answer by Bobby Crosby
Python is the best language, followed by Ruby.

Answer by Jesse
C++ for sure it would make the other languages easier.. An example would if you learn Latin, you’ll be able improve english, and make German, Spanish, French etc easier to learn.