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Episode 191: Algorithms & Libraries with Kevlin Henney

Algorithms + Data Structures = Programs

CHAPTER

Exploring Imperfections and Popularity of Programming Languages

This chapter explores the reasons behind selecting Python as a preferred programming language despite its imperfections compared to Java, C++, Rust, and Swift. The speakers emphasize the importance of considering the user base and popularity of Python, as well as the concept of imperfections in programming languages and the varied degrees of imperfection across different languages.

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