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Microsoft lays off faster CPython team

a year ago
  • #Python
  • #OpenSource
  • #JobOpportunities
  • Microsoft canceled support for the Faster CPython project, leading to layoffs.
  • The Python Language Summit proceeded despite the news, showcasing open-source resilience.
  • Offers of support and job opportunities were extended to affected team members.
  • Mike hinted at alternative open-source projects for speeding up Python.
  • Various companies expressed interest in hiring the laid-off engineers.