

30 - Effective Python with Brett Slatkin
Feb 15, 2024
Brett Slatkin, a software engineer at Google and author of Effective Python, shares his journey from C++ to Python, emphasizing the importance of mentorship. He discusses his favorite and least favorite Python modules while revealing exciting upcoming Python 3.1 features. The conversation also touches on LLVM Lite's impact on Python, critiques of static typing, and the role of generative AI in creativity and programming. Slatkin highlights community learning through shared coding failures, promoting clarity and confidence among developers.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
From C++ to Python: A Programmer's Journey
02:18 • 4min
Exploring Favorite Python Packages and Upcoming Features
06:07 • 2min
LLVM Lite and Python's Evolution
08:16 • 24min
Navigating Generative AI in Creativity
31:58 • 4min
AI and Developer Community Insights
35:46 • 5min