If you want to eventually learn web programming, pick up a language like Python (well documented, mature language). It seem, though, as you don't see yourself

If you want to eventually learn web programming, pick up a language like Python (well documented, mature language). It seem, though, as you don't see yourself walking down that path. In that case, learn PHP. it'll get you what you need to get done on the web, it's installed on nearly every server, popular CMSs are written in it, and it's easy to hire for should the need arise.