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General-Purpose Language (GPL)
What is a GPL?
A GPL is a programming language designed to write software in multiple problem domains. It is not limited to a particular application area.
Swiss Army Knife
Examples
- Python – widely used in ML, web, scripting, automation.
- Java – enterprise applications, Android, backend.
- C++ – system programming, game engines.
- Rust – performance + memory safety.
- JavaScript – web front-end & server-side with Node.js.
Use Cases
- Building web apps (backend/frontend).
- Developing AI/ML pipelines.
- Writing system software and operating systems.
- Implementing data processing frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark in Scala).
- Creating mobile and desktop applications.
Why Use GPL?
- Flexibility to work across domains.
- Rich standard libraries and ecosystems.
- Ability to combine different kinds of tasks (e.g., networking + ML).