This pull request introduces compatibility and support for Python 3.12, ensuring that the codebase can run seamlessly with the latest Python version.

Key Changes:

• Updated dependencies to support Python 3.12.
• Fixed syntax issues and warnings caused by changes in Python 3.12, such as replacing deprecated constructs (e.g., is with literals, invalid escape sequences).
• Refactored code to address compatibility issues with third-party libraries that were not natively compatible with Python 3.12.
• Adjusted tests and CI pipelines to include Python 3.12 in the testing matrix.

Additional Notes:

• All existing tests pass successfully with Python 3.12.
• Backward compatibility with previous Python versions (e.g., 3.10, 3.11) has been preserved.

Impact:

This update enables users to leverage the new features and performance improvements introduced in Python 3.12 while maintaining support for earlier versions.