8 practical uses of Python

uses of python

Conceived in the 1980s by Guido van Rossum, Python is one of the most popular programming languages in the world. In 2021, the Popularity of Programming Language index (PYPL index) rated Python as the most popular programming language with an approximate 30% share of global queries.

Python, named after the British comedy troupe, Monty Python, is an open-source, general-purpose programming language used for web and software development, gaming apps, data analytics, machine learning, design, amongst others.

Python is modeled with a simple syntax that allows writing readable code, which can be further applied to complex software development processes. And it can run on all the major operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and iOS.

It embodies features of structural, functional, and object-oriented programming. Due to its simplicity and resourcefulness, python’s vast collections of libraries and packages cater to a wide range of development needs.

Here are 8 fascinating real-world uses of python.

1. Web Development

Python is the developer’s go-to tool for web development. It offers numerous frameworks like Django, Pyramid, Flask, Bottle, and advanced content management systems (CMS) like Plone. These frameworks simplify tasks such as content management, database management, internet protocols interfacing, etc.

2. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)

Python is the favourite language of data scientists due to its simplicity. Also, it is packed with many ML and AI libraries and modules.

3. Data Analytics

Python is easy-to-learn, flexible, and well-supported for the collection, organization, and analysis of data. Its versatility means that it’s useful for data curation and undertaking repetitive tasks. 

4. Game Apps Development

Python is loaded with many libraries that make the development of interactive games very easy. PySoy (a 3D game engine supported by Python 3) and PyGame are two common Python-based libraries used by game developers. Many game engines also use python as a scripting language.

5. Desktop GUI

As said earlier, Python’s modular architecture provides the ability to work on multiple operating systems. This makes it an excellent choice for developing desktop-based GUI applications. PyGtk, PyGUI, PyQt, and PySide are popular Python-based GUI frameworks.

6. Software Development

Python is used in developing complex applications (like scientific and numeric computing), desktop, and web applications. It simplifies the software development process and is used as a support language for build control, testing, and management. Apps like FreeCAD and Abaqus are coded in Python

7. Operating Systems

Python is often combined with the ‘C’ programming language to design many operating systems as well. Linux’s Ubuntu is coded in Python.

8. Development of other Languages

Due to its simple syntax, python is a gateway language. It has inspired the creation of new programming languages such as Cobra and CoffeeScript. Plus, they all use a similar syntax. So, learning python can make understanding other programming languages easier.

Become a Professional Python Developer

Python developers are in high demand because python applications are used in a wide range of fields. Many job opportunities abound as well and it is a lucrative career with average annual salaries of around £55,000 in the UK, $114,000 in the US, NGN4,000,000 in Nigeria, and KES1,221,000 in Kenya.

With Ustacky’s Fullstack Python Developer program, you will be equipped with the skills needed to become a versatile developer that can switch roles easily. You’ll get an understanding of the Front and Back end layers of how applications work, giving you an edge over other developers in making the process of development as smooth and seamless as possible.

The Microdegree has been deliberately packaged to give all its subscribers a very firm footing before they enter into the world of Fullstack development.

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