Background
Python programming language is one of dynamic and object-oriented
programming languages used for the development of diverse kinds of software
developed by the Python Software foundation. Its significant advantage is that
facilitates integration with other programing languages and software development
tools. In addition, it has in-built standard libraries that are extensive. This means
that it facilitates the development of a better source code.
The programming paradigm of Python language embarks on the readability of
the source code enhanced through clear syntax. Apart from object-oriented
programming paradigm, Python can implement other programming
methodologies such as functional programing and imperative programming
(Beazley 67).
Another important feature of Python language that makes it suitable as a
software development tool is that it has a dynamic type system and its memory
management strategy is automatic. In addition, it can support the implementation
of scripting applications. It is important to note that the development model of
Python language is community based, implying that its reference implementation
is free and bases on the open source platform. There are various interpreters for
the language for various systems software, although programs developed by
Python are executable in any environment irrespective of operating system
environment (Hetland 78).