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Kay Hayen: Python 3.11 and Nuitka full support

Link: https://nuitka.net/posts/python311-full-support.html

I kind of noticed, that I never really updated this post series to its
conclusion. Python 3.11 is now fully supported by Nuitka, that is the
TLDR. This has been the case since 1.6, and the 1.7 release
Real Python: Reversing Strings in Python

Link: https://realpython.com/courses/python-reverse-string/

When you’re using Python strings often in your code, you may face the need to work with them in reverse order. Python includes a few handy tools and techniques that can help you out in these situation
PyCoder’s Weekly: Issue #588 (Aug. 1, 2023)

Link: https://pycoders.com/issues/588

#588 – AUGUST 1, 2023 View in Browser » Python 3.12 Preview: More Intuitive and Consistent F-Strings In this tutorial, you’ll preview one of the upcoming features of Python 3.12, which introduce
Django Weblog: Django bugfix release: 4.2.4

Link: https://www.djangoproject.com/weblog/2023/aug/01/bugfix-release/

Today we've issued the 4.2.4 bugfix release.
The release package and checksums are available from our downloads page, as well as from the Python Package Index. The PGP key ID used for this release is
Erik Marsja: Coefficient of Variation in Python with Pandas & NumPy

Link: https://www.marsja.se/coefficient-of-variation-in-python-with-pandas-numpy/

The post Coefficient of Variation in Python with Pandas & NumPy appeared first on Erik Marsja.
In this tutorial blog post, we will explore how to calculate the Coefficient of Variation in Python using
PyBites: Why is Flat Better Than Nested? (Zen of Python)

Link: https://pybit.es/articles/why-is-flat-better-than-nested-zen-of-python/

The short answer: deeply nested code can be hard to read and understand (and this not only applies to Python, but for any code really).
Each level of indentation adds a level of complexity and an addi
PyBites: The Importance of Having a Growth Mindset

Link: https://pybit.es/articles/the-importance-of-having-a-growth-mindset/

Welcome back to the Pybites podcast!
Today part II with Alejandro Briceño joining us to talk about growth mindset.
What does it mean, why is it so important and how has it been extremely helpful in Al
PyBites: How to better streamline your Python project using a Makefile

Link: https://pybit.es/articles/add-makefile-to-python-project/

Makefiles are awesome, and you can use them in your Python projects too (they are not only to compile and build C/C++ projects that is)
They help you automate various tasks and streamline the develop
Stack Abuse: The Power of Indexing: Boosting Data Wrangling Efficiency with Pandas

Link: https://stackabuse.com/the-power-of-indexing-boosting-data-wrangling-efficiency-with-pandas/

Introduction
Pandas is the most widely used Python library for data manipulation, and it allows us to access and manipulate data efficiently.
By understanding and utilizing indexing techniques effecti
Python Software Foundation: Announcing Python Software Foundation Fellow Members for Q1 2023! 🎉

Link: https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2023/08/announcing-python-software-foundation.html

The PSF is pleased to announce its first batch of PSF Fellows for 2023! Let us welcome the new PSF Fellows for Q1! The following people continue to do amazing things for the Python community:Abhishek
Real Python: Working With the Python operator Module

Link: https://realpython.com/python-operator-module/

Whenever you perform calculations in Python, you make use of built-in operators such as +, %, and **. Did you know that Python also provides an operator module? While it may seem that the purpose of o
Python Bytes: #346 Have you lost your GIL?

Link: https://pythonbytes.fm/episodes/show/346/have-you-lost-your-gil

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PyBites: The power of mind mapping: why to start your project with one and how

Link: https://pybit.es/articles/the-power-of-mind-mapping/

When you start a bigger software project it’s very beneficial (and necessary) to make a mind map first! It helps planning, organizing, and executing the project.
Here are 6 advantages of mind mapping:
Marcos Dione: deploying-venv-based-python-services-with-ansible-and-systemd

Link: http://www.grulic.org.ar/~mdione/glob//posts/deploying-venv-based-python-services-with-ansible-and-systemd/

Today I deployed my first venv based python system service on my home server. This is a short post describing how I did
it.
One of the hardest problems in Computer Science is naming :) In this particu
Read the Docs: Read the Docs newsletter - August 2023

Link: https://blog.readthedocs.com/newsletter-august-2023/

News and updates

🏝️ A few team members took vacations this month, and everything kept running smoothly, which is always wonderful to see.
Our git cloning code was refactored, and now projects shoul
Python Engineering at Microsoft: Python in Visual Studio Code – August 2023 Release

Link: https://devblogs.microsoft.com/python/python-in-visual-studio-code-august-2023-release/

We’re excited to announce the August 2023 release of the Python and Jupyter extensions for Visual Studio Code!
This release includes the following announcements:

Python extension Dev Container for Co
Real Python: The Real Python Podcast – Episode #167: Exploring pandas 2.0 & Targets for Apache Arrow

Link: https://realpython.com/podcasts/rpp/167/

What are the new ways to describe your data in pandas 2.0? Will the addition of Apache Arrow to the data back end foster the growth of data interoperability? This week on the show, we talk with pandas
PyBites: How the Pygmalion Effect can improve your team’s performance

Link: https://pybit.es/articles/how-the-pygmalion-effect-can-improve-your-teams-performance/

Welcome back to the Pybites podcast.
This is the third and last mindset series episode with Alejandro Briceño.
In this episode we talk about the Pygmalion Effect. What is it and what impact it can hav
Python Software Foundation: Announcing Our New PyPI Safety & Security Engineer!

Link: https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2023/08/announcing-our-new-pypi-safety-security.html

We announced our intention back in May to fill this role with generous funding by Amazon Web Services (AWS), and after a thorough search, we are delighted to announce Mike Fiedler is joining the team!
Talk Python to Me: #425: Memray: The endgame Python memory profiler

Link: https://talkpython.fm/episodes/show/425/memray-the-endgame-python-memory-profiler

Understanding how your Python application is using memory can be tough. First, Python has it's own layer of reused memory (arenas, pools, and blocks) to help it be more efficient. And many important P