There are two types of programming, and each has its own definition of "relevant": new programming, with its preference for ready-made components to reduce complexity, and old-time creative programming, which usually was about the creation of new things.
The "creation" part is key. Perl is a tool for "easy creation", for creators that want to be more productive. This is what Larry Wall wanted.
This is why Perl is good for prototyping. You "create" the prototype, and then you "translate" it to something else.
Perl is quite relevant for me, but I say this as a creator.
The "creation" part is key. Perl is a tool for "easy creation", for creators that want to be more productive. This is what Larry Wall wanted.
This is why Perl is good for prototyping. You "create" the prototype, and then you "translate" it to something else.
Perl is quite relevant for me, but I say this as a creator.