Introducing Incompatible Changes in Python

Introducing Incompatible Changes in Python

Explore the evolution of Python's approach to introducing incompatible changes in this 30-minute conference talk from EuroPython 2023. Learn from the failed D-day approach used in the Python 2 to Python 3 migration and discover the new strategies implemented to ease transitions. Gain insights into documenting changes, writing code compatible with both old and new methods, and utilizing tools to facilitate migration. Understand the long-term approach designed to minimize the need for incompatible changes, ensuring smoother updates for Python developers in the future.