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Gawk vs ptpython

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

Gawk

Gawk

Development

Gawk is a text processing program and pattern scanning language designed for processing text files. It is the GNU implementation of awk, a popular data extraction and reporting tool in Unix.

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ptpython

ptpython

Development

ptpython is an advanced Python REPL (read-evaluate-print loop). It offers features like syntax highlighting, autocompletion, multiline editing, and vim/emacs key bindings. It aims to provide a rich interactive environment for Python programmers.

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