Python is an interpreted, high-level and general-purpose programming language. Python is a general-purpose coding language which means that, unlike HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, it can be used for other types of programming and software development besides web development. That includes back-end development, software development, data science, and writing system scripts among other things. Python emphasizes code readability and allows you to use English keywords instead of punctuation. The readable and clean code base will help you maintain and update the software without putting in extra time and effort.