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ptpython vs R (programming language)

A side-by-side look at ptpython and R (programming language). For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

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.

replreadlineautocompletionsyntax-highlighting
R (programming language)

R (programming language)

Development

R is a free, open-source programming language and software environment for statistical analysis, data visualization, and scientific computing. It is widely used by statisticians, data miners, data analysts, and data scientists for developing statistical software and data analysis.

statisticsdata-analysisdata-visualizationscientific-computingopen-source