Which programming language is cross-platform?

In general, a “cross-platform” programming language is one that can be used to develop applications that run seamlessly on multiple operating systems (e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux). Below are some of the most common cross-platform languages:

1. Java

• Why It’s Cross-Platform: Java code compiles to bytecode, which runs on the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). As long as there’s a JVM implementation for your operating system, the same Java program can run there without modification.
• Typical Uses: Enterprise applications, Android app development (via the Android SDK), large-scale server-side systems.

2. Python

• Why It’s Cross-Platform: Python interpreters exist for all major OSes. You can write Python code once and run it on different platforms, provided you have a compatible interpreter installed.
• Typical Uses: Data science, AI/ML, web development (Django/Flask), scripting, and automation.

3. JavaScript (Node.js for Back-End)

• Why It’s Cross-Platform: JavaScript engines (V8, SpiderMonkey) are built for multiple environments—web browsers and Node.js on servers. Node.js apps are portable across different operating systems.
• Typical Uses: Web development (front-end in the browser, back-end with Node.js), serverless applications, cross-platform desktop apps (e.g., Electron).