Introduction The Python Software Foundation (PSF) plays a crucial role in supporting the Python programming language and its vibrant community. Every year, the PSF runs fundraising campaigns to sustain its operations, fund grants, and support community events worldwide. Alongside the fundraiser, PyCon US remains the flagship event for Python enthusiasts. About the PSF End-of-Year Fundraiser […]

The Python Software Foundation is excited to share the launch of the Hidden Figures of Python, a new podcast series created by the PyPodcats. The Hidden Figures of Python series aims to uplift underrepresented folks and their inspiring stories. Episode 0 is available now on the PyPodcats website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and the PSF YouTube […]

We announced our search for our first Community Communications Manager back in June, and after a thorough search, we are beyond excited to announce that Marie Nordin is the newest addition to our team! Reporting to Loren Crary, Director of Resource Development, Marie joins the PSF as a longtime contributor in Open Source, an experienced […]

There are two ways to join in the drive this year: Donate directly to the PSF! Every dollar makes a difference. (Does every dollar also make a puppy’s tail wag? We make no promises, but may you should try, just in case? Become a member! Sign up as a Supporting member of the PSF. Be […]

[November 9th, 2023] – The Python Software Foundation is delighted to announce that we are a recipient of a GitHub Award under the Wonderfully Welcoming category, awarded on November 9th at GitHub Universe 2023 in San Francisco, CA, USA. This award exemplifies all the Python community strives to be, enthusiastic, dedicated to encouraging use of […]

Following the recent news from Microsoft and Anaconda about their partnership to bring Python into Excel, they don’t seem to be slowing down. Just this month, the Excel team at Microsoft announced the introduction of an experimental code editor for Python. While it’s only available as an extension at the moment, the editor may eventually […]

In March 2023, Python 3.12.0 alpha 6 was released! With several exciting new features, improvements, and optimizations, this release is a must-try for all Python enthusiasts. If you want to stay on the cutting edge of Python development, then you should really take it for a spin. But keep in mind that this release isn’t […]

Python, for all its power and popularity, has long lacked a form of flow control found in other languages, a way to take a value and match it elegantly against one of a number of possible conditions. In C and C++, it’s the switch/case construction; in Rust, it’s called “pattern matching.” The traditional ways to […]

Python Packaging Index (PyPI) has announced the introduction of ‘Organization’ accounts, as the first step in its plan to build financial support and long-term sustainability. Organizations on PyPI are self-managed teams with exclusive branded web addresses. PyPI aims to make its platform easier to use for large community projects, organisations, or companies that manage multiple […]

We are excited to announce the results of the sixth official annual Python Developers Survey. This work is done each year as a collaborative effort between the Python Software Foundation and JetBrains. Late last year, more than 23,000 Python developers and enthusiasts from almost 200 countries/regions participated in the survey to reveal the current state […]