python@3.9
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Description:
Interpreted, interactive, object-oriented programming language
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 3.9.25@0  |  Tracked Since: Nov 27, 2025
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Category: Developer tools
Tags: programming-language python development interpreter scripting
Install: brew install python@3.9
About:
Python 3.9 is a versatile, high-level programming language emphasizing code readability and rapid development. It supports multiple programming paradigms including procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming. This version introduces new features like the pattern matching structural statement and improved performance for union types.
Key Features:
  • Interpreted, interactive, object-oriented programming
  • Extensive standard library and vast ecosystem of third-party packages
  • Dynamic typing and automatic memory management
  • Powerful introspection and metaprogramming capabilities
Use Cases:
  • Web development with frameworks like Django and Flask
  • Data science, machine learning, and AI with libraries like NumPy and Pandas
  • Automation, scripting, and system administration tasks
  • Building desktop applications and GUI tools
Alternatives:
  • python@3.10 – Newer version with syntax improvements and performance enhancements
  • python@3.8 – Previous stable release, often used for legacy compatibility
  • pypy – Alternative implementation using a JIT compiler for faster execution of Python code
Version History
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