Introduction to Python
                     Introduction to 
Python
Python Definition
 Python is a high-level programming language designed to be easy to 
read and simple to implement. It is open source that can run on Mac, 
Windows, and Unix systems and has also been ported to Java and 
.NET virtual machines.
 Python is considered a scripting language, like Ruby or Perl and is 
often used for creating Web applications and dynamic Web content. 
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What can Python do
Python can do many things. Few are listed below:-
◈ Python can be used on a server to create web applications.
◈ Python can be used alongside software to create workflows.
◈ Python can connect to database systems. It can also read and modify files.
◈ Python can be used to handle big data and perform complex mathematics.
◈ Python can be used for rapid prototyping, or for production-ready software 
development.
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Uses of Python
It is used for:
◈ web development (server-side),
◈ software development,
◈ mathematics,
◈ system scripting.
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Why Python is popular?
◈ Python works on Different Platforms.
◈ It has a simple syntax which helps in reducing number of lines of code.
◈ Python can be treated as procedural, object oriented, or a functional way.
◈ Python runs on interpreter system, means the code can be executed 
immediately. 
◈ Prototyping is very quick.
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Advantages of Python
◈ Presence of Third Party Modules
◈ Extensive Support Libraries
◈ Open Source and Community Development
◈ Learning Ease and Support Available
◈ User-friendly Data Structures
◈ Productivity
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Disadvantages of Python
◈ Python is slower than C and C++.
◈ Python is not good for Mobile Development.
◈ Python memory consumption is high.
◈ Python code errors only show up at runtime.
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