I've just started my CS course last week but instead of C++, we're doing Java this year...
It's syntax is quite similar to that of c++ so I'm not having any trouble adapting to it. I know the advantages and disadvantages Java has over c++ but when would I want to use Java? What kinds of jobs is it suited for? It wouldn't hurt to learn a new programming language, I just don't want to spend too much time on something I'll never need
Also, does anyone know of a Java forum that's as active as cboard?