Python is Just BASIC for Millennials

Oh, you think Python is a “real” programming language? That’s cute. Let me explain why you’re wrong: Significant whitespace? Really? We’re basing program structure on spaces? What’s next, determining variable scope by font size? “But it’s so readable!” Yeah, so is “See Spot Run,” but I wouldn’t use it to build enterprise software. The GIL is basically Python admitting it can’t handle real concurrent programming. Look, I get it. Some people need their hand held through programming concepts. That’s fine! Just don’t pretend you’re doing “serious development” when you’re basically writing glorified shell scripts. ...

November 14, 2023 · WizLaz