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Cython vs Shed Skin

A side-by-side look at Cython and Shed Skin. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Cython

Cython

Development

Cython is a programming language that aims to be a superset of the Python language, while also being compilable to C/C++ code. It allows Python code to be compiled for speed and efficiency while retaining compatibility and interoperability with Python code.

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Shed Skin

Shed Skin

Development

Shed Skin is an experimental compiler, Python to C++, that makes creating Python extensions easy. It uses advanced static analysis and type inference techniques to generate optimized C++ code. Shed Skin can significantly improve the execution time of CPU-bound Python programs.

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