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writes on May 30, 2019
Thinking about learning Python? That’s a great idea.
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What is Python?
Python is a general purpose programming language that is used for a variety of different web applications. It was designed to be very easy to read.
You might assume the language is named after that terrifying snake. But in fact, it’s named after the British comedy group Monty Python.
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Who uses Python?
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- The US Government uses Python for statistical analysis and data visualizations
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- Spotify and OKCupid rely on Python for personalized recommendations
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- Disney, Pixar, LucasFilm and others use Python to provide more realistic effects in their movies
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- Snapchat uses Python to make their filters through facial recognition
Python is found it in all types of companies and organizations. For example:
- The US Government uses Python for statistical analysis and data visualizations
- Spotify and OKCupid rely on Python for personalized recommendations
- Disney, Pixar, LucasFilm and others use Python to provide more realistic effects in their movies
- Snapchat uses Python to make their filters through facial recognition
YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest, and even The Onion rely on Python.
What do you use Python for?
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- You can use Python for face and speak recognition
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- You can use Python to program an application that sends you an email when your doorbell rings
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- You can use Python for just about anything that you can imagine
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- You can even control robots that shoot lasers with Python
If you can dream it, you can probably do it with Python.
For example, with Python you can:
- Face and speak recognition
- Send an email when your doorbell rings
You can even control robots that shoot lasers with Python. Please use Python responsibly 😉.
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What Makes Python Important?
Python is soaring in popularity. This makes learning the language both exciting and lucrative.
Community is an under appreciated aspect of learning a language. The Python community is open and supportive, which provides you with a lot of documentation for your learning. Plus, the Python Software Foundation was formed to ensure that the language advances and the community grows in diverse ways.
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Ready to Get Started with Python?
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