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What is Python?
This page discusses what Python is, why one would want to use it, and how it differs from other programming languages.

Execution: The Shell vs The File
In Python, there are two ways to create a program: the Python shell and the text file. This article offers a brief overview of each and discusses their advantages and disadvantages.

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