With countless applications and a combination of approachability and power, Python is one of the most popular programming ...

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Python''s popularity is surging. In 2025, it achieved a record 26.14% TIOBE index rating, the highest any language has ever reached, largely driven by AI and data trends. 58% of developers now use ...