Python's great, in a word

[MartinRinehart]

I'm a Java guy who's been doing Python for a month now and I'm
convinced that

1) a multi-paradigm language is inherently better than a mono-paradigm
language

2) Python writes like a talented figure skater skates.

Would you Python old-timers try to agree on a word or two that
completes:

The best thing about Python is _______.

Please, no laundry lists, just a word or two. I'm thinking "fluid" or
"grace" but I'm not sure I've done enough to choose.

 

[Pablo Ziliani]

Would you Python old-timers try to agree on a word or two that
completes:

The best thing about Python is _______.

Hi Martin, here is my top three:

1) Fun
2) Simplicity
3) Productivity

 

[Dustan]

I'm a Java guy who's been doing Python for a month now and I'm
convinced that

1) a multi-paradigm language is inherently better than a mono-paradigm
language

2) Python writes like a talented figure skater skates.

Would you Python old-timers try to agree on a word or two that
completes:

The best thing about Python is _______.

Please, no laundry lists, just a word or two. I'm thinking "fluid" or
"grace" but I'm not sure I've done enough to choose.

Here's a modest list:

Masterly, tops, best obtainable, high-grade, very good, select,
outstanding, exemplary, top-notch, boss, first-rate, crack, smashing,
excelling, prime, skilled, crackerjack, sublime, super, terrific,
peerless, notable, paramount, divine, premium, hand-picked, estimable,
admirable, prize, choice, competent, desirable, attractive, foremost,
to be desired, A-one, top-flight, dandy, incomparable, grade A,
capital, great, dynamite, heavenly, unique, refined, matchless, high-
quality, well-done, A-OK, blue-chip, frontline, sensational, highest,
jim-dandy, splendid, extraordinary, exquisite, superlative, worthy,
masterful, distinguished, magnificent, tiptop, accomplished, all
right, first, first-class, fine, very fine, ace-high, exceptional,
sharp, supreme, marvelous, transcendent, praiseworthy, custom-made,
remarkable, world-class, invaluable, groovy, champion, rare, best,
wonderful, superb, choicest, enticing, top, superfine, commendable,
skillful, neat, striking, distinctive, priceless, sterling, superior,
cool, classy, finest, hot, keen, above par.

 

[alain]

I'm a Java guy who's been doing Python for a month now and I'm
convinced that

1) a multi-paradigm language is inherently better than a mono-paradigm
language

2) Python writes like a talented figure skater skates.

Would you Python old-timers try to agree on a word or two that
completes:

The best thing about Python is _______.

Please, no laundry lists, just a word or two. I'm thinking "fluid" or
"grace" but I'm not sure I've done enough to choose.

Paraphrasing Steve Jobs but in this context:
PYTHON = a bycycle for the mind

Best regards

Alain

 

[Tim Chase]

The best thing about Python is _______.

+ readable
+ productive
+ mind-fitting

-tkc

 

[Henry Chang]

What exactly does it mean "a bycycle for the mind"??

(assuming s/bycycle/bicycle)

 

[Martin Marcher]

The best thing about Python is _______.

it's pythonicness.

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[Paddy]

I'm a Java guy who's been doing Python for a month now and I'm
convinced that

1) a multi-paradigm language is inherently better than a mono-paradigm
language

2) Python writes like a talented figure skater skates.

Would you Python old-timers try to agree on a word or two that
completes:

The best thing about Python is _______.

Please, no laundry lists, just a word or two. I'm thinking "fluid" or
"grace" but I'm not sure I've done enough to choose.

Concise!
See http://paddy3118.blogspot.com/2007_11_01_archive.html
For my search!

- Paddy.

 

[George Sakkis]

I'm a Java guy who's been doing Python for a month now and I'm
convinced that

1) a multi-paradigm language is inherently better than a mono-paradigm
language

2) Python writes like a talented figure skater skates.

Would you Python old-timers try to agree on a word or two that
completes:

The best thing about Python is _______.

.... it's a pleasure to write *and* read.
.... it keeps simple things simple and makes hard things doable.
.... it's the language that sucks the least.

George

 

[Dustan]

it's pythonicness.

"it is pythonicness"???

 

[Martin Marcher]

"it is pythonicness"???

not all here are native english speakers, but thanks for the correction.
I'll try to keep it in mind.

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[Pablo Ziliani]

"it is pythonicness"???

Obviously a typo, for "It is pythonic, Ness".
A reference to the well-known Loch Ness Monster, definitely pythonic if
you see some pictures:
http://images.google.com/images?q=loch+ness


My 2 cents,
Pablo

 

[Stefan Behnel]

What exactly does it mean "a bycycle for the mind"??

Ask the Dutch guy near you.

Stefan

 

[Ben Finney]

The best thing about Python is _______.

The best thing about Python is its elegance.

 

[Joe Riopel]

The best thing about Python is _______.

it's mailing list.

 

[Carl Banks]

I'm a Java guy who's been doing Python for a month now and I'm
convinced that

1) a multi-paradigm language is inherently better than a mono-paradigm
language

2) Python writes like a talented figure skater skates.

Would you Python old-timers try to agree on a word or two that
completes:

The best thing about Python is _______.

Please, no laundry lists, just a word or two. I'm thinking "fluid" or
"grace" but I'm not sure I've done enough to choose.

"it doesn't suck".


(Really. All programming languages have good, useful features. Even
Perl. Python is unique in having no very bad ones.)

Carl Banks

 

[MRAB]

it's pythonicness.

I think it sounds better as "its pythonicity".

 

[jo3c]

I'm a Java guy who's been doing Python for a month now and I'm
convinced that

1) a multi-paradigm language is inherently better than a mono-paradigm
language

2) Python writes like a talented figure skater skates.

Would you Python old-timers try to agree on a word or two that
completes:

The best thing about Python is _______.

Please, no laundry lists, just a word or two. I'm thinking "fluid" or
"grace" but I'm not sure I've done enough to choose.

skimpythong!!

 

[alain]

What exactly does it mean "a bycycle for the mind"??

(assuming s/bycycle/bicycle)

Sorry for my bad spelling.
The original quote from Steve Jobs reads "the computer is a bicycle
for the mind".
This is what i feel when programming in Python: a productivity boost
compared to pedestrians and an immense pleasure.

Alain

 

[Fredrik Lundh]

Would you Python old-timers try to agree on a word or two that
completes:

The best thing about Python is _______.

Please, no laundry lists, just a word or two. I'm thinking "fluid" or
"grace" but I'm not sure I've done enough to choose.

"its pencil-like qualities"

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