PyPy 2.7 + PyPy 3.5 v5.7 Released

Written by Michael Larabel in Programming on 21 March 2017 at 08:58 AM EDT. 1 Comment
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For those making use of PyPy as a fast alternative Python implementation, new builds are out today for PyPy 2.7 and PyPy 3.5.

Version 5.7 of PyPy features updates t both its Python 2.7 and 3.5 interpreters. The PyPy 3.5 release is currently considered beta quality and only supports Linux 64-bit.

PyPy has been working on improvements to their C API compatibility layer, PyPy2 can now handle many C-extension packages like Numpy and Cython, and PyPy 3.5 continues maturing thanks to a grant from Mozilla Foundation.

Those interested in learning more about today's PyPy update can read about all of the changes via morepypy.blogspot.com.
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