10 Scripting Programming Languages You Should Learn
These last 12 months in ubunlog, we have focused on offering our faithful, huge and growing Community of TI readers, who are mostly Linuxers of all levels, theoretical, educational and informative content on 2 of the best known «Scripting Programming Languages»i.e. Bash Shell and PowerShell.
And, also with practical, modern and useful content on both, through scripting guides and tutorials with related examples. As can be seen in our many publications on the subject. But, beyond Bash Shell and PowerShell, there are others. scripting programming languages worth knowing and learning, to the extent of each one's possibilities. Therefore, below, we will introduce you to 10 of the best and most well-known on Linux, Windows and macOS.
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But, before starting this post on the «Scripting Programming Languages», we recommend that you then explore the previous related post our Shell Scripting Tutorials:
scripting programming languages: Top 10
What are scripting programming languages?
Before starting to mention the different scripting programming languages that would be the most ideal to know and learn, it is good to make it clear to those who are not in the area of systems or programming, what these languages are about. Therefore, below, we leave you a brief concept of what these are:
A scripting programming language is a type of programming language that is used to manage (control, automate, and organize) tasks on a computer. With these languages you can create scripts (scripts or small programs) that can be used to create program prototypes, automate repetitive tasks, perform batch processing and achieve interaction between the operating system and the user.
Another important point about them is that they are from interpreted type, that is, they are read and executed, line by line by the runtime interpreter, instead of being compiled into an executable file. This makes them useful languages for performing small, specific-purpose programming tasksBecause the code can be written and tested quickly.
The 10 best known and used on Linux, Windows and macOS
Now that you know others scripting programming languages other than Bash Shell and PowerShell, do not forget that when choosing one to learn self-taught or paid, it is best that you take into account the specific needs of your profession and work, that is, about where you work, what you do there and what you want to do. Since a good choice will help you a lot in the short, medium or long term, better perform your work and business tasks as a more comprehensive and versatile professional.
Summary
In short, if you want to become a Linux, Windows, and macOS power user, or an excellent all-around Server and System Administrator, or a expert software developer or a versatile DevOpsWithout a doubt, learn some of these 10 «Scripting programming languages» It will take you on the right track to secure success in your goals. So go ahead with it.
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