Python Interpreter
The Python interpreter is a program that executes Python code by reading, parsing, and running Python scripts or interactive commands. It translates Python source code into bytecode and executes it on the fly, enabling developers to run Python applications without prior compilation. It serves as the core runtime environment for Python, handling memory management, garbage collection, and dynamic typing.
Developers should learn and use the Python interpreter to run Python scripts, debug code interactively, and test small code snippets quickly, making it essential for development, prototyping, and automation tasks. It is particularly useful in data science, web development, and scripting scenarios where rapid iteration and execution are required, such as in Jupyter notebooks or command-line tools.