Introduction to Python Part 1 - Research Computing Services

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What is the key difference between interpreted and compiled languages?

Compiled languages require less work to get a program running compared to interpreted languages

Interpreted languages are always faster than compiled languages

Interpreted languages require less code to get things done, while compiled languages take more code (correct)

Compiled languages have more control over program behavior compared to interpreted languages

What is the purpose of bytecode in interpreted languages like Python?

Bytecode is an internal representation of the text program that can be efficiently run by the Python interpreter (correct)

Bytecode is used to convert the source code into machine code that can be executed by the CPU

Bytecode is used to make the program run faster by optimizing the code

Bytecode is a compiled version of the program that can be distributed and run on any system

Which of the following is a key advantage of compiled languages over interpreted languages?

Easier debugging

Faster programs

More control over program behavior (correct)

Faster development

What is the key difference between the standard Python prompt and the IPython prompt in Spyder?

The IPython prompt provides additional handy behavior around the standard Python prompt Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Spyder IDE?

To provide a variable and file explorer, and an editor Signup and view all the answers

What is the key advantage of compiled languages over interpreted languages?

Faster programs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Python?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the name 'Python' for this programming language?

It was chosen as a working title by the creator Guido Van Rossum Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a stated goal of Python?

Suitability for complex mathematical and scientific computing tasks Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean that Python is 'dynamically typed'?

Python variables do not need to be explicitly declared with a data type Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a feature of Python in the text?

Compiled Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT covered in the Python tutorial outline?

Classes and Object-Oriented Programming Signup and view all the answers

What type of expertise is part of the RCS Team mentioned in the text?

Systems Administrators Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Research Computing Services team located?

Holyoke, MA Signup and view all the answers

What type of work does the RCS Team provide consulting for?

Bioinformatics Signup and view all the answers

What should you run to start working with Python on the SCC system?

module load python/3.6.2 spyder & Signup and view all the answers

How can you access the Introduction to Python files on the Rm 107 Terminals?

Copy the folder from a flash drive to the desktop Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you want to install Python on your laptop or PC?

There are many ways to install Python Signup and view all the answers

What is Anaconda?

A packaged set of programs including Python and various tools Signup and view all the answers

Which version of Python is currently being actively developed?

Python 3 Signup and view all the answers

What is one advantage of using a Python development environment like Spyder?

Faster development and easier debugging Signup and view all the answers

Which version of Python should you learn if you have no specific requirements?

Python 3 Signup and view all the answers

What is one disadvantage of using a Python development environment like Spyder?

Learning curve and added complexity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT included in the Anaconda package?

Visual Studio Code Signup and view all the answers