Hadfield was a longtime advocate for Python and was instrumental in organizing several Python conferences and meetups around the world. Her legacy will live on through her numerous contributions to the Python ecosystem.

Van Rossum, who stepped down as Python's Benevolent Dictator for Life (BDFL) in 2018, has been a driving force behind the development of Python and its ecosystem. He has been recognized for his work on Python, which has become one of the most popular programming languages in the world.

The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) has named Guido van Rossum, the creator of Python, as an ACM Fellow. This prestigious honor recognizes van Rossum's contributions to the field of computer science, particularly in the development of the Python programming language.

Another notable feature in Python 3.12.0 is the addition of a new syntax for creating and managing asynchronous tasks. The new syntax, called "async/await+", allows developers to write more readable and maintainable asynchronous code.

The Python Conference (PyCon) has announced its plans for the 2026 conference, which will take place in Austin, Texas, from May 20 to 26, 2026. The conference will feature keynote speakers, tutorials, and talks on a wide range of Python-related topics.