{"id":13683,"date":"2020-07-15T20:41:32","date_gmt":"2020-07-16T03:41:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/?p=13683"},"modified":"2022-07-20T08:35:55","modified_gmt":"2022-07-20T15:35:55","slug":"perl-vs-python","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/perl-vs-python\/","title":{"rendered":"Perl vs Python: Compared and Contrasted"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Perl is a high-level programming language that\u2019s easier to learn when compared with Python. Python is more robust, scalable, and stable when compared to Perl. While Perl code can be messy, featuring many paths to accomplish the same goal, Python is clean and streamlined. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Hello, and welcome to your new coding journey! We\u2019re excited to be a part of your learning process as you discover the amazing things you can do with programming. Now, you may have done some research into which programming languages you would like to learn; in fact, you may even be someone who\u2019s been in the industry for a while and are looking for a switch-up in the languages you utilize. Either way, this article should provide you with some valuable information to help you make that decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pulling the trigger on which programming language you\u2019d like to learn is quite the commitment. You are investing time into something, and you want a return. You need your language to be able to handle large scale projects to whatever complexity you\u2019re hoping to achieve. Since you\u2019re here, you\u2019ve most likely been considering Perl or Python as one of your options. Let\u2019s take a look at the differences between the two and see if one of them might just be the perfect option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Perl and the Possibilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Perl is a feature-rich programming language with over 30 years of development.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perl was introduced in 1987, as a scripting language for Unix by Larry Wall. It quickly grew in popularity as it was beginner-friendly yet highly versatile. The<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fastcompany.com\/3026446\/the-fall-of-perl-the-webs-most-promising-language\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" rel=\"nofollow\"> Swiss Army Knife<\/a> of programming languages in the early 2000s, everyone believed Perl may be listed among the top languages in years to come. Perl was designed for newbies. The idea behind Perl was that anyone could learn Perl and use it to create an amazing result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perl had a number of high-level language features that gave it an advantage over the market when starting out. For one, it had a sort of \u201ccult following\u201d of users that could create amazing code using Perl. The results of their creations were so impressive that it inspired the rise of Perl on the market. Perl also had a CPAN, or Comprehensive Perl Archive Network, allowing users to write code and share it in the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagotribune.com\/news\/ct-xpm-1998-10-25-9810250094-story.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" rel=\"nofollow\"> Perl community<\/a>. Thus, Perl became a forerunner in open-source technology\u2014a technology that is released under an open license, allowing anyone and everyone to add, change, and improve upon the item, be it a programming language, text editor or others.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perl today now makes up the core of many websites and web applications, as well as the toolboxes for other programming languages, and holds an important spot in web development. The language boasts versatility, allowing users to code several different ways for that same effect with its motto \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/There%27s_more_than_one_way_to_do_it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" rel=\"nofollow\">there\u2019s more than one way to do it<\/a>.\u201d&nbsp; Perl offers a long-standing community and databases that make it the foundation for a number of websites and functions in other languages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, Perl is seeing some tight competition from a newer rival, Python. Python is rising in user popularity by a staggering extent. Let\u2019s take a closer look and see if it might be a more apt choice for you too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Python\u2019s Path to Success<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/opened-gray-curtain-2029783.jpg\" alt=\"A room with a study and three chairs\" class=\"wp-image-13687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/opened-gray-curtain-2029783.jpg 1020w, https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/opened-gray-curtain-2029783-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/opened-gray-curtain-2029783-770x513.jpg 770w, https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/opened-gray-curtain-2029783-20x13.jpg 20w, https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/opened-gray-curtain-2029783-385x257.jpg 385w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><figcaption> <strong>Python claims to be both powerful and friendly.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/how-to-code-in-python\/\">Python<\/a> is a clean cut, powerful language designed by Guido Van Rossum. He began doing practical work with Python in 1989. While at first it was harder to learn and understand compared to Perl, it has been on the rise in<a href=\"https:\/\/stackify.com\/popular-programming-languages-2018\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" rel=\"nofollow\"> popularity<\/a>. Python is designed with the goal to have one clear path to any function you hope to write. The language allows users to quickly and efficiently write lines of code that do a lot, with very little additional coding. This means that you can do more with less code; <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/@mindfiresolutions.usa\/python-7-important-reasons-why-you-should-use-python-5801a98a0d0b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" rel=\"nofollow\">Python allows its users<\/a> to program in a nearly conceptual context.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Python also supports a multitude of platforms, including the most popular: Mac, Linux, and Windows. It is also an interpreted language, meaning you can compile the language once, and then run it on any platform. This allows for faster editing as you do not need to re-compile the code after making alterations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The libraries associated with Python are also impressive. The libraries provide you with modules that you can simply plug into your code for quick additions and no additional writing. And, since Python is open-source, there are even more plugins, extensions, and modules added to the libraries, and the libraries are constantly growing with new contributions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Python is also general-purpose, meaning it can be used for a wide range from web to desktop applications. It\u2019s also one of the top languages for computer science and machine learning. And, with a visually-pleasing aesthetics, Python is easy on the eyes and wonderful for visual learners.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Python or Perl: Should You Slither or Shine?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"1020\" src=\"https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/turned-off-macbook-pro-on-round-glass-top-table-1627925.jpg\" alt=\"A cozy work corner surrounded by plants\" class=\"wp-image-13686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/turned-off-macbook-pro-on-round-glass-top-table-1627925.jpg 680w, https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/turned-off-macbook-pro-on-round-glass-top-table-1627925-385x578.jpg 385w, https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/turned-off-macbook-pro-on-round-glass-top-table-1627925-20x30.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><figcaption> <strong>Start your coding journey right by picking the best programming language for you.<\/strong> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From the appearances right now, Perl and Python are about the difference of the ages. Perl was a forerunner of open-source coding for multi-function and platform support. As a result, Perl is well integrated into websites and tools. As time passes, Python seems to be taking the place of Perl for the same function. Python is faster, streamlined for large amounts of text editing, and capable of powerful functions. However, before we take the leap into making a decision, let\u2019s look through a more in depth comparison of the two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask someone who\u2019s worked with both Perl and Python what the most noticeable difference between the two is, and they will most likely reply \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/wiki.c2.com\/?PythonVsPerl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" rel=\"nofollow\">readability<\/a>.\u201d Perl, although designed for beginners to master, is consistently reported to look unreadable, especially compared to the sleek interface brought by Python. Editing code can be difficult enough. Having to decipher the code you\u2019re trying to edit at the same time? That may be pushing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned early, Perl is designed to be a multi-faceted language. The idea behind this philosophy was that the language would grant a large amount of versatility to its users, allowing them to play with their code and organize it to their specifications.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Python, on the other hand, requires very straightforward, one-answer solutions. This may appear as if Python confines its users to certain boxes and methods of working. However, the \u201cone way to do it\u201d methodology actually proves beneficial in coding, particularly in the learning stages, as it establishes patterns. And, as many of us know, patterns are far easier to memorize and understand than trying to nail multiple different methods for the same thing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perl was originally a huge contributor to the number of tools utilized by websites. Websites such as Amazon and Craigslist tagged on to Perl\u2019s amazing features to enhance their front-end experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, as popularity with Perl has declined, Python\u2019s tools and contributions from its open-source developers, have become increasingly popular with the newer websites. Therefore, Python is beginning to virtually take the place of Perl for the new age of the World Wide Web.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the tech world grows in size and complexity, it appears that it is leaving Perl behind. Python is consistently listed as one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/careerkarma.com\/blog\/easiest-programming-languages-to-learn\/\">easiest coding languages to learn<\/a>. As the future progresses and more developments are made into everything you can do with coding and programming, Python is leading the curve as a powerful, easy-to-learn, and efficient language designed to handle large projects for a variety of circumstances.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to the two, it is safe to say that Python may be the better choice for future tech leaders like yourself. You will have a wonderful learning experience, and plenty to look forward to in your future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Perl is a high-level programming language that\u2019s easier to learn when compared with Python. Python is more robust, scalable, and stable when compared to Perl. While Perl code can be messy, featuring many paths to accomplish the same goal, Python is clean and streamlined. Hello, and welcome to your new coding journey! 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