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: Enhancements to the new interactive shell (REPL), featuring better multi-line editing and color support, are carried over and stabilized. Quick Stats Release Date: December 3, 2024 Predecessor: 3.13.0 Status: Stable (Maintenance) Next Expected Patch: 3.13.2 (typically released 2 months after) Should You Upgrade? Yes. If you are already using Python 3.13, you should upgrade to 3.13.1 immediately to benefit from the bug fixes. If you are still on Python 3.12, 3.13.1 is now a much more stable entry point if you want to begin testing the new features like the JIT compiler or GIL-free threading. You can download the latest installer directly from the
Date: December 10, 2024
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While the free-threaded mode is still considered "experimental" and not recommended for all production loads, 3.13.1 proves that the core architecture is solidifying faster than anticipated.