Learning scripting is a valuable skill, with Python being the most popular language, potentially boosting career prospects. You might think that Linux scripting might only be for wizards.

Learning to use write basic scripts with a language like Python or Bash can save you a lot of time on everything from organizing your files, editing text documents, and everything in between.

NSA releases Python course after receiving a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for its training materials.

Each language has its place. Neither is perfect for every need, although Python is closer than Java to being a one-size-fits-all language. But I happen to be as big a fan of Java as I am of Python.

After 11 years of supporting programming language Python from the 2.7 branch, the Python Software Foundation has released the last ever update for it and is urging users to move on to Python 3 to ...

Need a refresher on Python? This Python programming language cheat sheet is your go-to guide for developer resources.

For the first time in the history of TIOBE's index, Java has slipped out of the top two, leaving Python to occupy the spot behind reigning champion, C.

Unfortunately, creating a scripting language is very much a nontrivial task that easily could become a major portion of your program. Fortunately, you don't need to create a scripting language.

Python has once again emerged as the programming language of the year. In the latest survey from programming watchdogs TIOBE, the honor is awarded to the programming language that has gained the ...

If you are a traditional programmer, using bash for scripting may seem limiting sometimes, but for certain tasks, bash can be very productive. It turns out, some of the limits of bash are really li… ...