What is Python? Pythonn is a popular programming language. It was created by Guido van Rossum , and released in 1991. It is generally used for: — web development (server-side) , — software development, — maths, — system scripting . What can Python do? — Python can be used on a server to create web applications. — Python can be used alongside software to create workflows . — Python can connect to database systems . It can also read and modify files. — Python can be used to handle big data and perform complex maths. — Python can be used for rapid prototyping , or for production-ready software development . Why Python? — Python works on different platforms (Windows, Mac, Linux, Raspberry Pi, etc) . — Python has a simple syntax similar to the English language. — Python has syntax that allows developers to write programs with fewer lines than some other programming languages . — Python runs on an interpreter system, meaning that code can be executed as soon as it is written. Thi