What languages are typically used for creating scripting programs?

Languages with simple syntax and the ability for quick automation are most commonly used for creating scripting programs. These include:

• Python — a versatile language with a rich standard library, often used for automation, data processing, and system administration.
• Bash (shell scripting) — the standard language for writing scripts in Unix-like systems, convenient for managing processes and the file system.
• Perl — a powerful language for text processing and system administration, although it is used less frequently now.
• JavaScript — often used for scripts in browsers and in the Node.js environment for server automation.
• PowerShell — a scripting language for automating tasks in Windows environments.

An example of a simple Python script that outputs a list of files in the current directory:

import os
files = os.listdir('.')
for f in files:
    print(f)