Understanding the Python Global Interpreter Lock (GIL)

An explanation of the Python Global Interpreter Lock (GIL) and its impact on Python programming.

Understanding the Python Global Interpreter Lock (GIL)
Tech With Tim
96.1K views • Jun 6, 2023
Understanding the Python Global Interpreter Lock (GIL)

About this video

To learn programming and Python - check out Datacamp!
💻 Learn Python - https://datacamp.pxf.io/4PODjr
💻 Learn Programming - https://datacamp.pxf.io/3e6xrk

Today, I'm revealing the worst feature Python has... The GIL (Global Interpreter Lock)! We'll be going over what the GIL is, how it compares to traditional programs, and why it's one of the worst features.

🎬 Timestamps⏱️

00:00 | What is The GIL
00:18 | How Traditional Programs Work
01:44 | The Problem With Python
02:37 | Why Use Multiple Threads in Python
04:10 | Multi-Processing

◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️
👕 Merchandise: 🔗 https://teespring.com/stores/tech-with-tim-merch-shop
📸 Instagram: 🔗 https://www.instagram.com/tech_with_tim
📱 Twitter: 🔗 https://twitter.com/TechWithTimm
🔊 Discord: 🔗 https://discord.gg/twt
📝 LinkedIn: 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-ruscica-82631b179/
🌎 Website: 🔗 https://techwithtim.net
📂 GitHub: 🔗 https://github.com/techwithtim

One-Time Donations: 💲 https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CU9FV329ADNT8
Patreon: 💲 https://www.patreon.com/techwithtim
◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️◼️

⭐️ Tags ⭐️
- Tech With Tim
- The GIL
- Python

⭐️ Hashtags ⭐️
#programming #python #coding

Tags and Topics

Browse our collection to discover more content in these categories.

Video Information

Views

96.1K

Likes

3.1K

Duration

4:57

Published

Jun 6, 2023

User Reviews

4.7
(19)
Rate:

Related Trending Topics

LIVE TRENDS

Related trending topics. Click any trend to explore more videos.