What is Python, and why is it popular in data processing and analysis? Explain the differences between Python 2 and Python 3. What are decorators in Python, and how do they work? Describe list comprehensions and generator expressions in Python. What are lambda functions? Provide an example. Explain the Global Interpreter Lock (GIL) in Python. What is the purpose of the __init__ method in Python classes? What are Python decorators, and how are they used in web frameworks? Explain the concept of Python virtual environments. Why are they useful? What is the difference between shallow copy and deep copy in Python? How do you handle exceptions in Python? Explain the try, except, finally, and raise statements.
