Python as First Langauge

[Larz60+]

I have been writing code since 1968. I started in computer engineering, and switched to software.

I agree that it is very important for students to understand the architecture of a computer.

I also believe in wheels, but have no real desire to try and reinvent one.

I started with machine code, then lisp and Fortran, eventually C and finally Python (only a small amount of java when it was necessary)
All great languages, but I must tell you, I have never loved a language more than I do Python. (almost as passionate for C).