What is Python?
Python is one of the world's most popular programming languages. It is simple, readable, and used in web development, data science, AI, and automation.
15 min•By Priygop Team•Last updated: Feb 2026
What is Python?
Python is a high-level, general-purpose programming language created by Guido van Rossum in 1991. It is famous for its clean, readable syntax that looks almost like plain English. Python is used in web development (Django, Flask), data science (Pandas, NumPy), machine learning (TensorFlow, PyTorch), automation, and scripting. It is the #1 recommended language for beginners.
Why Learn Python?
- Simple syntax — reads like English, easy for beginners
- Versatile — web, data science, AI, automation, scripting
- Huge community — millions of developers worldwide
- Rich libraries — thousands of free packages (pip)
- High demand — top-paying jobs in tech
- Used by Google, Netflix, Instagram, NASA
Your First Python Program
Example
# This is a Python comment
print("Hello, World!")
print("Welcome to Python!")
print("I am learning to code!")Try It Yourself: Hello World
Try It Yourself: Hello WorldPython
Python Editor
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