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There's a whole PEP about that (Friends)

Jun 23, 2023

Brett Cannon, a core member of Python's steering council and an unofficial ambassador to the community, joins for a fascinating discussion. He tackles the anxieties around pip installation and shares insights on the evolution of Python from version 2 to 3, and the anticipation of Python 4. The conversation dives into the Global Interpreter Lock (GIL) and Chris Lattner’s Mojo project, highlighting innovations in the Python landscape, including the growing influence of Rust. It's a lively mix of technical challenges and community dynamics!

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Big Changes that would justify a version 4 of Python

02:23

How Python identifies Virtual Environments

00:35

Standing out in the Shadow of Python

00:54

Python Community Leaning towards Fast Tools in Astral

00:56

Intro

3min

Navigating Life as a Tall Individual

2min

Navigating Python's Installation Landscape

22min

Exploring Python's Evolution and Community Dynamics

32min

Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe Unplugged

7min

Exploring Python and Mojo: Evolving Programming Landscapes

19min

Barbecue and Bonds in Vancouver

5min

Casual Conversations and Local Tech Insights

2min

Brett Cannon (our unofficial ambassador to the Python community) is here to help alleviate our pip install anxiety. Along the way, we ask him about Python 4, removing the GIL, what he thinks about Chris Lattner’s Mojo project, Rust in the Python world & way more (of course).

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