Python vs C++

November 25, 2020 4:49 PM

Python and C++ Comparison Table

Below are the lists of points, describe the Comparison Between Python and C++.
BASIS FOR Python C++
COMPARISON
Garbage Supports Garbage Collection Does not support Garbage Collection
Collection
Usage Easier to write code Not easy in contrast to Python due to
complex syntax
Compilation Run through interpreter C++ is a pre-compiled
Rapid Rapid Prototyping is possible due to the small Rapid Prototyping not possible due to
Prototyping size of the code larger code size
Installation Python is challenging to be installed on No difficulty in installation
windows box
Scope of the Variables are accessible even outside the loop Variables’ scope is limited to within the
Variables loops
Functions Functions do not have restrictions on the type The function can accept and return the
of the argument and type of its return value type of value which is already defined
Efficiency Easier to maintain, object-oriented and Less clean and manageable in
simpler to use comparison to python
Nature Dynamically typed language Statically typed language

What is Python?
Python is a high-level object-oriented programming language. It has built-in data structures, combined
with dynamic binding and typing, which makes it an ideal choice for rapid application development.
Python also offers support for modules and packages, which allows system modularity and code reuse.
It is one of the fastest programming languages as it requires very few lines of code. Its emphasis is on
readability and simplicity, which make it a great choice for beginners.

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Stack Overflow Questions c++ VS. Python
KEY DIFFERENCES:
• Python code runs through an interpreter while C++ code is pre-compiled
• Python supports Garbage Collection whereas C++ does not support Garbage Collection
• Python is slower, on the other hand, C++ is faster than Python
• In Python, Rapid Prototyping is possible because of the small size of the code while in C++, Rapid
Prototyping not possible because of larger code size
• Python is easy to learn language whereas C++ has a stiff learning curve as it has lots of predefined
syntaxes and structure
Why Python?
Here, are reasons for using Python language:
• Very simple syntax compared to Java, C, and C++ languages.
• It is used for Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and the general overarching AI field.
• Very useful in data analysis and visualization.
• Extensive library and handy tools for developers/programmer
• Python is cross-compatible
• Python has its auto-installed shell
• Compared with the code of other languages, python code is easy to write and debug. Therefore,
its source code is relatively easy to maintain.
• Python is a portable language so that it can run on a wide variety of Operating systems and
platforms.
• Python comes with many prebuilt libraries, which makes your development task easy.
• Python helps you to make complex programming simpler. As it internally deals with memory
addresses, garbage collection.
• Python provides an interactive shell that helps you to test the things before it's actual
implementation.
• Python offers database interfaces to all major commercial DBMS systems.
• Supports imperative and functional programming
• Python is famous for its use in IoT.
Why C++?
Here, are reasons for using C++
• C++ is multi-paradigm means it follows three paradigms Generic, Imperative, and Object-Oriented.
• C++ provides performance and memory efficiency.
• It provides high-level abstraction.

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 • It provides high-level abstraction.
• C++ is compatible with C.
• The language allows the reusability of code.
Features of C++
Here, are important features of C++
• The program should be simple, object-oriented and easy to understand
• Development should be conducted in a robust and secure environment.
• Code should follow the specific architecture and must be portable.
• Code should be easily "interpreted and dynamic "
Features of Python
Here, are important features of Python
• Easy to learn, read, and maintain
• It can run on various hardware platforms using the same interface.
• You can include low-level modules to the Python interpreter.
• Python offers an ideal structure and support for large programs.
• Python offers support for automatic garbage collection.
• It supports an interactive mode of testing and debugging.
• It offers high-level dynamic data types and also supports dynamic type checking.
• Python language can be integrated with Java, C, and C++ programming code
Applications of C++
Here, are important applications of C++:
• C++ is used to develop all kinds of embedded systems like smartwatches, multimedia systems in
automobiles, lot devices, etc.
• C++ also allows you to develop the servers and the high-performance microcontroller programs
• Game development is the key to C++. That's why C++ is becoming more popular among game
developers.
Applications of Python
Here, are some important Applications of Python
• Python is widely used in machine learning
• The language allows you to manage a huge amount of data with an easy and cost-effective way.
• Data analysts use Python to analyze the data and statistical information.
• It is also useful in big data technologies. In fact, most of the significant data functions can be
performed using python programming.
• Web developers use python language for developing the complex web application; that's because
Python offers the Django framework, which helps you to create the entire sites using Python.
Python vs. C++
Here, are the major difference between Python and C++

Python C++
Supports Garbage Collection Does not support Garbage Collection
Python programs are easier to write Not easy in contrast to Python because of its
complex syntax.
Run through interpreter C++ is pre-compiled

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Run through interpreter C++ is pre-compiled
Rapid Prototyping is possible because of the small size Rapid Prototyping not possible because of
of the code larger code size
Python is difficult to be installed on a windows box Not have an issue while installing in the
windows system.
Python is nearer to plain English language. Therefore, C++ has a stiff learning curve as it has lots of
it is easy to learn language. predefined syntaxes and structure
Python is slower. C++ is faster than Python
Python has more English like syntax, so readability is C++ code readability is weak when compared
very high. with Python code.
In Python, variables are accessible outside the loop. The scope of the C++ variables is limited within
the loops.
Famous companies using Python are Google, Lyft, Famous companies using C++ are Uber
Twitch, Telegram. technologies, Netflix, Spotify, Instagram.
TIOBE rating is 3 TIOBE rating is 4
The average salary for a Python Developer is $120,359 The average salary for a C++ Developer is
per year in the United States of America. $108,809 per year in the United States.

Disadvantage of C++
Here, are cons/drawbacks of using C++ language
• It offers no security for your code
• Complex language to use in a very large high-level program.
• It is used for platform-specific applications commonly.
• When C++ used for web applications it is complex and difficult to debug.
• C++ can't support garbage collection.
• No built-in support for threads
• C++ is not as portable as other high-level programming languages. So, when you want to compile
the C++ code, you need to run it on another machine.
• If the same operation has to be executed more than one time, the same sequence has to copy at
some places, which increases code redundancy.
Disadvantages of Python
Here, are cons/drawbacks of using Python language
• Used in fewer platforms.
• Weak in mobile computing, hence not used in app development
• As Python is dynamic, so it shows more errors at run-time
• Under-developed and primitive database access layer
• Absence of commercial support

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