Python is a popular programming language, released in 1991. It was created by Guido van Rossum.

Python is used in many fields nowadays.

• Backend development
• Scripting
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Software Development
• Game Development

Why Python?

• Easy to use syntax
• Beginner friendly
• Free AI Packages
• It works on all operating system (Windows, Mac, Linux etc.,)
• Can connect easily with database.
• Variety of Libraries for all fields.

Python 2 vs 3

Python 2 is the old version of python. But its is deprecated now and not used nowadays. Python 3 is the latest version of python. While Python 2 is still in use for configuration management in DevOps, Python 3 is the current standard.