Python
Python is a high level programming language with inbuilt big library and is used to develop standalone programs. It was developed by Guido Van Rossum and its first version was released in the year 1990.
PHP
PHP stands for Hypertext Preprocessor, it is server side scripting language. It was developed in 1995. It is used to create dynamic web based pages.
Following are the important differences between Python and PHP.
| Sr. No. | Key | Python | PHP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Learning Curve | Python requires good effort if one learns from scratch. It is similar to C++ and Java. | PHP is easy to learn if user knows html and javascript. |
| 2 | Frameworks | Popular Python frameworks are Flask, DJango. | Popular PHP frameworks are Laravel and Slim. |
| 3 | Key Feature | Python follows less line more functionality approach and rapid development. | PHP development is verbose and uses large range of naming conventions. |
| 4 | Type | Python is general purpose, programming language. | PHP is web development based server side scripting language. |
| 5 | Usage | Big Data based applications, artificial intelligence, machine learning. | Dynamic web pages development. |