PHP is the most popular web  programming languages in use today due in large part to the fact that it's a highly flexible syntax that can perform many functions while working flawlessly in conjunction with html - Plus it's relatively easy to learn for beginners, yet it's powerful enough for advanced users as well. It also works exceptionally well with open source tools, such as the Apache web server and MySQL database. In other words, its versatility is unsurpassed when compared to other scripting languages, making it the language of  choice for many programmers.