Python
Appearance
Python can refer to various entities in different domains:
- Snakes
- Pythonidae: A family of nonvenomous snakes found in Africa, Asia, and Australia.
- Python (genus): A specific genus within Pythonidae found in Africa and Asia.
- Python (mythology): A mythical serpent from ancient lore.
- Computing
- Python (programming language): Widely used high-level programming language known for simplicity and readability.
- Python: A native code compiler designed for CMU Common Lisp.
- Python: The internal project name for the PERQ 3 computer workstation.
- People
- Python of Aenus (4th-century BCE): Notable student of Plato.
- Python (painter): Vase painter in Poseidonia during the 4th century BCE.
- Python of Byzantium: Orator and diplomat associated with Philip II of Macedon.
- Python of Catana: Poet who accompanied Alexander the Great.
- Python Anghelo (1954–2014): Renowned Romanian graphic artist.
- Roller coasters
- Python (Efteling): Roller coaster located in the Netherlands.
- Python (Busch Gardens Tampa Bay): Now-defunct roller coaster.
- Python (Coney Island, Cincinnati, Ohio): Steel roller coaster.
- Vehicles
- Python (automobile maker): Australian car company.
- Python (Ford prototype): Ford prototype sports car.
- Weaponry
- Python (missile): Series of Israeli air-to-air missiles.
- Python (nuclear primary): Gas-boosted fission primary used in thermonuclear weapons.
- Colt Python: Renowned revolver.
- Other uses
- Python (codename): British nuclear war contingency plan.
- Python (film): 2000 horror film directed by Richard Clabaugh.
- Monty Python or the Pythons: Legendary British comedy group.
- Python (Monty) Pictures: Company owned by surviving members of the troupe.
- Python: Philosophical work written by Timon of Phlius.
- See also