Program that can read Python programming statements and execute them
Python interpreter
The interpreter can be used in what two modes?
2. Script mode
Interpreter waits for you to type Python statements on the keyboard
Interactive mode
The interpreter reads the contents of a file that contains Python statements, then executes each statement as it reads it
Script mode
when the Python interpreter is running in interactive mode, it is commonly called the ___
Python shell
Prompt that indicates the interpreter is waiting for you to type a Python statement
> > >
Extension given to Python program that identify it is a Python program
.py
Single program that gives you all of the tools you need to write, execute, and test a program
Integrated development environment (IDLE)