FAQ about python scripts that delay output until the end could use a note about "python3 -u"

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python
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Locate the FAQ entry about Python or Python scripts buffering output and read its surrounding guidance. Add a note that running python3 -u makes output appear immediately, then verify the FAQ accurately explains the behavior and command.

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In the FAQ it mentions

Calling Python or Python scripts prints all the output at the end of the run

but it fails to mention that running python3 -u stops python from buffering output so it appears immediately.

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