[qlonE3]

Greetings, Sinisterly coders,

When it comes to web development, two languages are often compared - PHP and Python. Both have a strong following and each brings unique features to the table. But, which language is best suited for the task at hand?

Let's discuss - what makes PHP and Python unique, and what are some real-world examples of these languages in use? How do they compare on key metrics like speed, performance, and ease of use? Share your thoughts and experiences with these popular web development languages and let's compare notes on what makes them both great.

[anitamorris]

I think PHP has a syntax that is similar to C and is known for its simplicity and ease of use. It is specifically designed for web development, making it straightforward to embed PHP code within HTML. Meanwhile, Python has a clean and readable syntax, often described as highly expressive. It is known for its simplicity and readability, which makes it easier to learn and write code quickly.

[righteouscarve]

The choice between PHP and Python depends on your specific needs and goals. If you are primarily focused on web development, PHP may be a suitable choice. However, if you are interested in data science or machine learning, Python offers a more robust set of tools and libraries

[ThisDev]

I prefer PHP 9/10 times, but I have come into situations where I've needed to use python (e.g. machine learning projects / websocket hosting)
At the end of the day, it depends on what you need. PHP is versatile, but cannot do everything, some things are easier done in python.

I would not personally host a website using python, I'd only ever allow a php front end to interface with the python backend.