Python 2 Is Dead! Drag Your Old Code into the Modern Age

Learn how to upgrade a large, established Python 2.7 codebase to Python 3.6 in this informative conference talk from EuroPython 2018. Discover the benefits of upgrading to Python 3 and gain practical insights into the process of modernizing legacy code. Explore various tools and strategies for tackling a Python 3 upgrade, including preparatory steps, approaches for handling external dependencies, and common pitfalls to avoid. Through a first-hand account of upgrading a 65,000-line Django project, acquire valuable knowledge to successfully transition your own projects to Python 3. Suitable for developers with basic Python knowledge, this talk equips you with the tools and confidence to embrace the future of Python programming.