what is Python

Python is a high-level, general-purpose programming language known for readability (it uses indentation instead of braces) and a huge standard library (“batteries included”). It’s popular for:

• Web apps (Django, Flask)
• Data science & AI (NumPy, pandas, PyTorch/TensorFlow)
• Automation/scripting and DevOps
• Scripting, testing, and teaching

A tiny taste:

python
# hello.py
def greet(name: str) -> None:
    print(f"Hello, {name}!")

greet("World")

Fun fact: “Python” here means the language created by Guido van Rossum—named after Monty Python—not the snake. If you want, I can show how to install it and run your first script.