python@3.8 ☆
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Description:
Interpreted, interactive, object-oriented programming language
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 10, 2024
Links: Homepage  |  @ThePSF  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: python programming-language development scripting legacy
Install: brew install python@3.8
About:
Python 3.8 is a stable release of the widely-used, high-level programming language known for its clear syntax and readability. It emphasizes code maintainability and developer productivity through features like dynamic typing, automatic memory management, and a vast standard library. This specific version is maintained for compatibility with legacy systems and projects that have not yet migrated to newer releases.
Key Features:
  • Clear, readable syntax emphasizing code maintainability
  • Extensive standard library for common programming tasks
  • Dynamic typing and automatic memory management
  • Large ecosystem of third-party packages via PyPI
  • Cross-platform compatibility across major operating systems
Use Cases:
  • Scripting and automation for system administration tasks
  • Web development using frameworks like Django or Flask
  • Data analysis, scientific computing, and machine learning
Alternatives:
  • python – Latest stable version of Python with newer features and security updates
  • ruby – Alternative dynamic language popular for web development (Ruby on Rails)
  • node – JavaScript runtime often used for similar scripting and backend web development
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Dec 10, 2024 10:25pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 38bf14be
Nov 13, 2024 9:06am 0 VERSION_BUMP c8b013fc
Sep 12, 2024 3:30pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 3c602ed1
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