What is Python and its History

Python is an interpreted, high-level, and object-oriented programming language (OOPs). Python was developed by GUIDO VAN ROSSUM in the early 1990s. GUIDO VAN ROSSUM was a Dutch programmer. Python is an excellent programming language because it is easy to use and applications can be developed very quickly with it. It provides features like dynamic typing and dynamic binding, which speeds up application development.

Python's simplicity and readability make it an ideal language for programming, especially for those new to it. Its large and active community support also makes it helpful to learn and use.

Many large companies like YouTube, Quora, Instagram, and Google also use Python. In addition, companies like Netflix, Dropbox, and Reddit also rely on Python for their various projects.

Python is mainly used in video game programming, artificial intelligence, neural networks, and natural language generation, as well as in web development, data analysis, scientific computing, and automation. Its extensive libraries and frameworks like Django, Flask, Pandas, and TensorFlow make it a versatile and powerful tool for various types of projects.

Python's popularity is increasing day by day, and it is currently one of the most prominent programming languages in the world.

The .py file extension is used for Python.

>>> print("hello world")
Output: hello world
        

and

>>> a = "hello world"
>>> print(a)
Output: hello world
        

1. Python programs can be written in applications like vim/emacs, Sublime Text, PyCharm, and Idle. You can download these applications by searching for them on Google.

2. In the above program, `a` is a variable in which "hello world" is stored.

3. The `print` statement is used to print the content.

You might be wondering why this language was named Python and the reason behind it.

When the development of Python began, Guido van Rossum was reading the 1970s comedy script "Monty Python’s Flying Circus." He felt that the name of this programming language should be short, unique, and mysterious. That's why he named the language Python.