The real value of NumPy is that it sets the standard for what we expect in an array processing interface. Of course NumPy did not invent the idea, it builds on

The real value of NumPy is that it sets the standard for what we expect in an array processing interface. Of course NumPy did not invent the idea, it builds on many others, but it is the de facto standard for what we expect. In time, another language or array processing library will probably replace Python / NumPy/SciPy, but due to the convenience of the API, I predict whatever takes over will look a lot like NumPy.