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A type of programming, often meant to be easier to learn than more "traditional" programming. Scripting is often used when performance is less important than ease of use. Examples of scripting languages are: Javascript, Lua, Perl, Python, and PHP. Scripting languages are often interpreted instead of compiled, and thus they can be executed directly without generating machine code.
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How does Lua work as a scripting language in games?
Scripting languages like Lua can be used in several ways. … Generally you build up an interface to allow some flexibility with the scripting language of your choice so you can use the scripting language in a series of scenarios. …