> they (the python world) hate mini-languages, and prefer objects with a > lot of methods.
Python is to Perl as Java is to C++. Like C++, Perl is a multiparadigm language; features a complex legacy syntax which is difficult to parse; prefers to empower the programmer at the risk of sometimes fragile and even dangerous constructs; and is designed to support systems-level tasks (at different levels of the system, but still). Like Java, Python is a single-paradigm language in which everything is an object with a class; features a relatively clean syntax designed in part for good tool support; prefers to restrict the programmer's freedom in the name of safety and clarity; and doesn't mind if you use a different language for writing device drivers or system administration scripts. Any other questions? :-) Jason Elbaum _______________________________________________ Perl mailing list [email protected] http://mail.perl.org.il/mailman/listinfo/perl
