Perl is a high-level, general-purpose programming language known for its flexibility, powerful text-processing capabilities, and ease of integration with other technologies. It is commonly used for tasks such as web development, system administration, data manipulation, and automation. Perl’s syntax is designed to be concise and expressive, and it supports both procedural and object-oriented programming. While once a dominant language for web scripting and CGI applications, Perl remains popular in legacy systems and for tasks involving regular expressions and file processing. Its extensive library of modules, available through CPAN (Comprehensive Perl Archive Network), enhances its functionality.