python2
High-level, dynamically-typed programming language
Python is a remarkably powerful dynamic programming language that is used in a wide variety of application domains. Some of its key distinguishing features include: clear, readable syntax; strong introspection capabilities; intuitive object orientation; natural expression of procedural code; full modularity, supporting hierarchical packages; exception-based error handling; and very high level dynamic data types.
- Versions: 2.7.18
- Website: https://www.python.org
- Licenses: Python Software Foundation License
- Package source: gnu/packages/python.scm
- Builds: See build status
- Issues: See known issues
Installation
Install the latest version of python2 as follows:
guix install python2
Or install a particular version:
guix install python2@2.7.18
You can also install packages in augmented, pure or containerized environments for development or simply to try them out without polluting your user profile. See the guix shell documentation for more information.
Badge code
You can use the following badge to inform users of python2 about the latest version available in Guix.
Example HTML:
<a href='https://packages.guix.gnu.org/packages/python2'><img src='https://packages.guix.gnu.org/packages/python2/badges/latest-version.svg' alt='Version in GNU Guix'></a>
Example Markdown:
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Example Org:
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