Programming languages are categorized based on various criteria, such as their syntax, paradigms, and intended use. Here is a brief classification of programming languages:

Paradigms

  1. Imperative Languages:

    • C: A general-purpose programming language with a strong focus on low-level memory manipulation.
    • Python: A high-level, interpreted language known for its simplicity and readability.

  2. Declarative Languages:

    • SQL: A domain-specific language used for managing and querying relational databases.
    • HTML: A markup language used for creating web pages.

  3. Functional Languages:

    • Haskell: A purely functional programming language with strong static typing.
    • Erlang: A concurrent, functional programming language designed for distributed systems.

  4. Object-Oriented Languages:

    • Java: A widely-used language with a "write once, run anywhere" philosophy.
    • C++: A general-purpose programming language that supports multiple programming paradigms, including object-oriented programming.

  5. Logic Programming Languages:

    • Prolog: A declarative programming language that uses logical formulas to express computation.

Use Cases

  1. Web Development:

    • JavaScript: A scripting language used for creating interactive web pages.
    • PHP: A server-side scripting language designed for web development.

  2. Mobile Development:

    • Swift: A programming language developed by Apple for iOS and macOS applications.
    • Kotlin: A modern programming language that runs on the Java Virtual Machine (JVM).

  3. System Programming:

    • C: A language known for its efficiency and low-level access to system resources.
    • Rust: A systems programming language that focuses on safety and performance.

  4. Data Science:

    • Python: A popular language for data analysis, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
    • R: A language specifically designed for statistical computing and graphics.

  5. Game Development:

    • C++: A powerful language used for game development due to its performance and flexibility.
    • C#: A language developed by Microsoft for game development on the .NET platform.

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Programming Languages