Scripting

“Scripting languages such as Perl and Tcl represent a very different style of programming than system programming languages such as C or JavaTM. Scripting languages are designed for “gluing” applications; they use typeless approaches to achieve a higher level of programming and more rapid application development than system programming languages. Increases in computer speed and changes in the application mix are making scripting languages more and more important for applications of the future.“

Thus, scripts are most powerful and can do repetitive tasks at a very fast pace. We often use scripting to automate specific tasks : such as scraping websites, sending out emails, checking meta-tags, analysing content and even building basic websites.

Data can easily be gathered via scripting and scripting will allow you to process the data as well. The list of scripting languages grows every day.