While Python has lacked a native syntax for pattern matching, it has been possible to emulate it with if/elif/else chains or a dictionary lookup.

This is where I think Python falls a bit short compared to more functional languages. Now, I don't mind the new syntax at all, to me it's much clearer than C, but if the if/else statement acted ...

Python's saving grace can be found within the original premise above: all other things being equal, shorter code is more likely to be bug-free. When you combine Python's dynamic typing with its ...

Python has added a number of powerful new features over the last few versions. Don’t miss out on what they have to offer ...