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Python is an Interpreted Language

Python is an interpreted language. This means the Python interpreter executes code line by line rather than being compiled into machine code before execution.

Some key points about Python are as follows.

Line-by-Line Execution: The interpreter processes the code one line at a time, executing each line immediately.
Portability: Python code can run on any platform with a compatible interpreter without recompiling.
Ease of Debugging: Since you can run code directly and see results immediately, debugging and testing small pieces of code can be easier.
Flexibility: You can modify and run parts of the program without recompiling the entire codebase.
Interactive Mode: Python supports an interactive mode where you can type and execute code on the fly, making it useful for experimenting and rapid prototyping.

Examples

Here’s a simple example to illustrate how Python works as an interpreted language:

>>> print(“Hello, World!”)
Hello, World!

Interpreted Language Python

>>> x = 15
>>> y = 10
>>> print(x + y)
25

In this example, each line of code is executed immediately after it is entered, and the results are displayed immediately. This immediate feedback loop is one of the advantages of using an interpreted language.

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