Python is one of the widely used, open-source, high-level object-oriented programming language with a large community. It gains popularity due to its simplicity and easy-to-learn syntax. Python can be used to build all types of applications ranging from small and simple scripts to complex machine learning algorithms.

Python 3.10 is the latest release version of Python but not as stable as compared to Python 3.9 but the final candidate is expected to be completed soon. Python 3.10 comes with the following features:

  1. Ability to type hint lists and dictionaries directly
  2. More flexible decorators
  3. Removal of deprecated compatibility code
  4. A More powerful Python parser
  5. New HTTP status codes
  6. Proper Time Zone support
  7. Security updates e.t.c

Some of the main uses of Python are:

  1. Used alongside software to create workflows.
  2. Used on a server to create web applications.
  3. Rapid prototyping or production-ready software development.
  4. Handle big data and perform complex mathematics.
  5. Connect to database systems, read and modify files.

While the installation of Python 3.10 on Ubuntu may prove to be a challenging task for novices, coding and programming with Python can also present its own set of difficulties, particularly for students. Seeking assistance with Python homework help could be a valuable resource in overcoming these challenges.

This guide demonstrates how to install Python 3.10 on Ubuntu LTS system. I will cover two methods to get Python 3.10 on the system.

  • Install Python 3.10 from the deadsnakes PPA
  • Manually build Python 3.10 from the source code

Getting Started

Ensure that your system is updated and the required packages installed.

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Option 1 – Install Python 3.10 using Apt Repository

Installing Python 3.10 on Ubuntu using APT is quite easy, a big thumbs up to the deadsnakes custom PPA! This makes it easy to install Python on Ubuntu and be able to receive continued updates, bug fixes, and security updates.

Install the required dependency for adding custom PPAs.

sudo apt install software-properties-common -y

Then proceed and add the deadsnakes PPA to the APT package manager sources list as below.

sudo add-apt-repository ppa:deadsnakes/ppa

Press Enter to continue.