Would Perl or Python fit what I want?

I used to be a visual basic programmer but since I moved to Linux, I want something that would fit my needs, but Im not sure whether to pick Perl or Python (My narrowed choices)





I want a visual programming environment and a simple syntax like Visual Basic. Would Perl or Python be better for me?





(If Perl nor Python don't have these at all, what would be other alternatives?)

Would Perl or Python fit what I want?
PERL is a scripting language. It doesn't have a GUI. Therefore, if you intend to create forms-based programs, no, PERL is not an attractive option. PERL also does not have what I would call a "simple syntax."





Python is basically in the same boat.





I would suggest Java or Borland C++.
Reply:Perl is not spelled in all-capitals. It has several GUI libraries, including Tk, wxPerl, and Tkx. ActiveState makes a full-featured IDE for Perl, called Komodo. Perl is an attractive option for ALL programming projects. Perl has a "simple C-like syntax" that is easy to learn, yet powerful enough to do anything you can think of.


I don't know anything about Python.