interpreter shutdown
In Python, interpreter shutdown refers to the process that occurs when the Python interpreter is terminating. This happens when your Python program finishes execution or when you explicitly call sys.exit() or raise a SystemExit exception.
During shutdown, the interpreter cleans up resources, such as closing open files, releasing memory, and garbage-collecting objects. This process ensures that the environment is left in a clean state.
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By Leodanis Pozo Ramos • Updated April 17, 2025