Python is a high-level, interpreted, and general-purpose programming language known for its readability, simplicity, and versatility. Created by Guido van Rossum and first released in 1991, Python supports multiple programming paradigms, including procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming.

Module: A single Python file that can contain functions, classes, and variables. You can import a module with import module_name. Package: A collection of Python modules, organized in directories, that can be imported together. Packages use __init__.py files to define the package structure.

A Python library is a collection of modules and packages that provides pre-written code to help you perform specific tasks. Popular libraries include: NumPy: For numerical computations. Pandas: For data analysis. Requests: For making HTTP requests. Matplotlib: For data visualization.