Programming languages provide a way for developers to communicate with computers and tell them what to do.
This enables developers to build many types of applications. Frameworks advance the developer experience by abstracting
away complexities in building applications, making it easier for developers to work with the underlying technology.
Each programming language has its own advantages and disadvantages. For example, Python emphasizes readability and ease of use, making it suitable for diverse applications, while C++ offers performance and control, often favored in systems programming.
The choice should align with project goals, scalability needs, and the developer community, recognizing that there's no one-size-fits-all language. Balancing trade-offs and understanding the nuances ensures a better match between language and project demands.
| Application | Appropriate languages |
| Microservices | Quarkus, Node.js, Go, Python, Perl |
| User interfaces | JavaScript, .NET |
| Data processing | Java, Rust, C, Go |
| Machine learning | Python, R, Scala |
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Low-resource applications (IoT, edge devices) |
C, Go, Java, Rust |
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