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> People don't learn Python because it will get them a job; they learn it because they genuinely like to program and aren't satisfied with the languages they al

> People don't learn Python because it will get them a job; they learn it because they genuinely like to program and aren't satisfied with the languages they already know. At least in my area, these days there are many programmers who know Python because that's the only language they have been taught. And there are many job opportunities specifically looking for Python.

rullopat 4y ago
You have to put this essay in the context of year 2004. Python was not used as much as today, it was an emerging language.
- signaru 4y ago
  Yes. I wanted to add how much have changed today, but wanted to keep it short. So just ended up putting "these days".