Technological innovation is a buzzword these days. It is important for businesses to adhere to the best practices and choose the right platforms to get the job well done. This is especially so for tech startups these days, where choosing the right platforms and stacks can greatly accelerate business growth.

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Choosing the right tools can separate the good startups from the great ones. This includes picking the right programming languages, databases, and frameworks. According to recent reports, the tech stacks of companies in private ventures are valued at US$1 billion.
Listed below are some of the best tech stacks we’ve come across, ranked in order.
Top programming languages
1. Javascript
According to CB insights, Javascript has emerged as the top programming language among multiple tech startups, with around 81% companies using it as their preferred language.
2. Python
Python has become the second largest preferred language among tech companies, with a percentage of around 67% companies using it to good effect.
3. Perl
Around 44% companies are looking to use Perl as their language of choice due to its versatility.
4. PHP
As the preferred language in multiple open source frameworks, PHP is the language used in around 42% of companies surveyed.
Top libraries used
1. JQuery
Nearly 63% of the companies are now using JQuery as their framework solution provider.
Top databases
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