scripting language
[ˈskrɪptɪŋ ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ]
nounpl: scripting languages
linguagem de script
1. A programming language designed for writing scripts that automate tasks or control applications, typically interpreted rather than compiled
Python is a popular scripting language used for web development and data analysis.
Python é uma linguagem de script popular usada para desenvolvimento web e análise de dados.
2. A lightweight programming language that runs within another application or runtime environment to extend its functionality
JavaScript is a scripting language that runs in web browsers to create interactive web pages.
JavaScript é uma linguagem de script que executa em navegadores web para criar páginas interativas.
3. A type of programming language used to write automated sequences of commands for system administration or batch processing
The system administrator used a shell scripting language to automate server backup procedures.
O administrador de sistemas usou uma linguagem de script de shell para automatizar procedimentos de backup do servidor.
In both Brazilian and American tech cultures, 'scripting language' is a fundamental concept in software development education and practice. It's commonly used in startup environments and automation tasks. The term has become increasingly important with the rise of DevOps and infrastructure automation, making it a key skill in modern programming.
Related Idioms & Phrases
write a script in a scripting language
execute a scripting language
lightweight scripting language
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