This month, Python 3.13 is being released. The new release brings exciting features like a new REPL and a version of Python without the global interpreter lock (GIL). In the community, DjangoCon US just wrapped up after a week of interesting tutorials and talks.

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Real Python

October is a significant month for Python with the release of Python 3.13, featuring improvements such as a new interactive interpreter, colored tracebacks, a free-threaded version without the GIL, and an experimental JIT compiler. The release was delayed to October 7, 2024, to remove a problematic incremental garbage collector. Meanwhile, Python 3.8 reaches its end-of-life, and DjangoCon US 2024 featured keynotes and developer talks. Additionally, Polars has enhanced its plotting capabilities with Altair, offering native support and fewer dependencies.

Python News Roundup: October 2024 – Real Python

Lightweight Plotting in Polars With Altair

<p>Wow, Python 3.13 sounds like a game-changer! The new interactive interpreter, colored tracebacks, and the free-threaded version without the GIL are exciting additions. Can’t wait to dive into these improvements! 🚀</p>
