Python Bootcamp in a Day - Python Programming for Beginners - What Is Python?

Python is a user-friendly programming language created by Guido van Rossum in the late 1980s. It is an interpreted language, meaning it doesn't need to be compiled to run. Python can be installed from its official website, providing a program called C Python, which is the interpreter. Python is open source, allowing contributions from volunteers. It comes with a large library of functions and has around 300,000 additional libraries available. Python is widely used for web development, data analysis, machine learning, AI, education, and image processing.

What is a key characteristic of Python that allows it to run without being compiled?

• It is a compiled language.

• It is a scripting language.

• It is an interpreted language.

• It is a machine language.

What is the name of the Python interpreter that is commonly used?

• Jython

• IronPython

• PyPy

• C Python

What is the nature of Python's development and distribution?

• Proprietary software

• Open source software

• Closed source software

• Commercial software

Which of the following is NOT a popular use of Python?

• Web development

• Operating system development

• Data analysis

• Machine learning

In which field is Python NOT commonly used?

• Hardware design

• Image processing

• Education

• Artificial intelligence