What are some uses of a programming language? List examples.

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PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES:

Any programming language is basically the set of various grammatical rules which are used for instructing the computer system to perform the various tasks.

Uses of programming languages:

  • Programming languages are used to establish the communication between various computer systems.
  • Various programming languages are used to perform the interpretation over any data set.
  • Programming languages are also required for the development of software which is required for the proper functioning of the computer system.
  • It is also used for building any application.
  • Programming languages are required for the process of web development and various scientific computing.
  • Programming languages are also used for performing any mathematical operations.
  • Different programming languages are used to develop software for different platforms.
  • These programming languages are used to develop games.
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