Section 1.1. What Is Python?

1.1. What Is Python?

Python is an elegant and robust programming language that delivers both the power and general applicability of traditional compiled languages with the ease of use (and then some) of simpler scripting and interpreted languages. It allows you to get the job done, and then read what you wrote later. You will be amazed at how quickly you will pick up the language as well as what kind of things you can do with Python, not to mention the things that have already been done. Your imagination will be the only limit.