Information technology professionals in India now have an unprecedented advantage with the advent of the technology era. The digital age has not only made life easier for India's youth but also given them the opportunity to pursue a lucrative career at high wages. For many, buying a house has become a symbol of success and an important life goal. However, the true costs of homeownership often extend beyond the initial purchase price.
Recently, a post by an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) thanking his engineering career for helping him buy his dream house went viral, sparking mixed reactions online.
The post, shared on 'X' by Animesh Chouhan, a graduate from IIT Kharagpur, expressed his gratitude to Python, the popular programming language, for playing a crucial role in his success. He credited his career as a software engineer at a financial company with making his dream home a reality, simply writing, “Thanks, Python.”
Thanks Python 🐍 pic.twitter.com/Sr4U3uYQpd
— Animesh Chouhan (@animeshsingh38) November 13, 2024
The post quickly gained traction, quickly receiving over 1.3 million views, thousands of likes and hundreds of comments.
Comments on the message
The message caused a flood of reactions on social media. Many users congratulated Mr Chouhan with one comment: “That's a beautiful house. Share more photos if you can!” Another added: “Congratulations. Looks great, and may you build many more.”
However, some responded by highlighting other possible contributors to his achievement. “It's not Python; it's your generational wealth,” one user commented. Another joked: “Thank your dad or grandfather for making this possible.”
Humor also found its way into the conversation between the discussions. One user joked: “It's time to start learning Python now.”
