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Python syntax and semantics
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<p>The <a href="/facts/Syntax_/zM5oInza">syntax</a> of the <a href="/facts/Python_(programming_language)/YbuGqofa">Python programming language</a> is the set of rules that defines how a Python program will be written and <a href="/facts/Interpreter_(computing)/JB85fbyb">interpreted</a> (by both the <a href="/facts/Runtime_system/YmCuC4xP">runtime system</a> and by human readers). The <a href="/facts/Python_(programming_language)/YbuGqofa">Python language</a> has many similarities to <a href="/facts/Perl/fx31kjlT">Perl</a>, <a href="/facts/C_(programming_language)/Ky2No763">C</a>, and <a href="/facts/Java_(programming_language)/9ScgFyAL">Java</a>. However, there are some definite differences between the languages. It supports multiple <a href="/facts/Programming_paradigm/7LwgRpB3">programming paradigms</a>, including structured, <a href="/facts/Object-oriented_programming/TxNMEcao">object-oriented programming</a>, and <a href="/facts/Functional_programming/cdxqPEIM">functional programming</a>, and boasts a dynamic type system and automatic memory management. </p><p>Python's <a href="/facts/Syntax_/zM5oInza">syntax</a> is simple and consistent, adhering to the principle that "There should be one— and preferably only one —obvious way to do it." The language incorporates built-in data types and structures, control flow mechanisms, <a href="/facts/First-class_function/dtMzp81k"> first-class functions</a>, and modules for better <a href="/facts/Code/CSntvnEo">code</a> reusability and organization. <a href="/facts/Python_(programming_language)/YbuGqofa">Python</a> also uses <a href="/facts/English_language/tpkxGt7b">English</a> keywords where other languages use punctuation, contributing to its uncluttered visual layout. </p><p>The language provides robust error handling through exceptions, and includes a <a href="/facts/Debugger/mCe6UsWj">debugger</a> in the standard library for efficient problem-solving. Python's syntax, designed for readability and ease of use, makes it a popular choice among beginners and professionals alike. </p>