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13 Reasons Why Python Is Really WEIRD | Issue #18
Published over 1 year ago • 2 min read
Hi there,
Ever wondered why Python sometimes behaves in unexpected ways?
In this week’s video, I’ll be showing you 13 strange things in Python that might just blow your mind! 🤯 Especially the last one—it’s really confusing!
From the mysteries of integer caching to the quirks of mutable default arguments, this video is packed with examples that will make you question everything you know about Python. 🐍
P.S. Stay tuned until the end of the video for an awesome Easter egg in Python you might not know about! 🎁 Enjoy the video and happy coding!
Cheers,
Arjan
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