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bpython vs the xonsh shell

A side-by-side look at bpython and the xonsh shell. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

bpython

bpython

Development

bpython is a Python interpreter that provides features like syntax highlighting, autocomplete, and in-line help. It aims to provide a productive alternative to the default Python shell.

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the xonsh shell

the xonsh shell

Development

The xonsh shell is a Python-powered, cross-platform, Unix-gazing shell language and command prompt. Xonsh has rich syntax highlighting, autocomplete, and macros that speed up your workflow.

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