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Computer Science Overview of Python (d) Interpreted language: Python code
is executed line by line by the
Python is an interpreted, high-level
Python interpreter, facilitating rapid
programming language known for its
development and prototyping.
simplicity, readability, and versatility.
It prioritises code readability and
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expressiveness, using a clean and
concise syntax. Python supports multiple Applications:
(a) Web development: Python offers
programming paradigms, including frameworks like Django and Flask
procedural, object-oriented, and functional for building web applications and
programming. APIs.

(b) Data science and machine learning:
Features: Python is used with libraries such as
(a) Readability: Python has a clear and NumPy, Pandas, and TensorFlow for
intuitive syntax, making it easy to data analysis and machine learning.
learn and understand. (c) Scripting and automation: Python is
(b) Dynamically typed: Python allows commonly used for writing scripts
variables to be dynamically typed, to automate tasks, perform system
enabling flexible and concise code. administration, and conduct software
(c) Extensive standard library: Python testing.
comes with a large collection of (d) Education: Python is widely used
modules and packages for various in academic institutions to teach
tasks, reducing the need for external programming and computer science
dependencies. concepts.

Introduction to python OOP
Python is a programming language that is highly regarded for its simplicity and
readability. It is an interpreted language, meaning that it does not require compilation
before running. Created by Guido van Rossum and introduced in 1991, Python has
gained popularity in multiple fields including web development, data analysis, artificial
intelligence, scientific computing, and more.

Setting up Python environment: Installation

Activity 6.1:

Checking if python is installed on Windows PC

Aim:
To guide in checking if Python is already installed on Windows PC

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