Top 5 Scripting Languages

	PHP	Python	Perl	ASP	Ruby
Details	A server-side scripting language that can also be executed from a command line interface or standalone program.	A high-level interpreted programming language that supports object-orientated, interactive features for a web page.	A high level interpreted programming language used to create dynamic web pages.	A server-side scripting language created by Microsoft used to generate dynamic web pages.	A dynamic, reflective programming language inspired by Perl.
Advantages	• Open source • Speed • Multi-platform • Ease of use	• Open source • Very compatible • Easy to use	• Very compatible • Great for string processing • Extensive support	• More advanced features • Quick response • Ease of use	• Highly advanced • Very fast response
Disadvantages	• Poor error handling • Less secure than other languages	• Performance issues • Limited documentation	• Less secure on Windows • Requires installation • More complex to learn	• More expensive than other languages • Less compatible	• Less support • More complex to learn and program • Less control
This type of scripting language is right for you if…	…you want to implement ecommerce tools, such as a shopping cart, into your website	…your site requires high-level user interaction	…if your site requires multi-media content	…if your site requires high levels of interaction with users	…you need to create dynamic site features and functionality with professional appeal