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Python Conference 2008 to Showcase Google, One Laptop Per Child, and YouTube Successes with World's Fastest Growing Open Source Development LanguageNovember 20, 2007; 11:49 AM Chicago, IL (PRWEB) November 19, 2007 -- PyCon 2008, the sixth
annual Python community conference, will be held in Chicago from March
14 to 16, 2008 at the Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare Hotel. Business
leaders, developers, and enthusiasts will gather for the largest and
most comprehensive Python meeting in history. Python, the popular open
source programming language that is increasingly seen as an alternative
to Java, is currently used by thousands of organizations including
Google, Industrial Light & Magic, iRobot, NASA, and YouTube. With sessions on everything from an introduction to Python to advanced topics, PyCon 2008 provides an opportunity for audiences of all levels to gain invaluable insight and learn about new tools, and techniques. Everyone from casual users to avid fans, and even business leaders can attend talks and tutorials to fit their conference goals or hone their Python skills. Confirmed keynote speakers include Python creator Guido van Rossum, who will discuss the upcoming release of the highly anticipated Python 3000, the new version of Python that has been in the works for two years. Ivan Krstić of the non-profit association One Laptop Per Child, designed to provide laptops for children in developing countries who receive little or no education, will also address the audience in a keynote. "This is an exciting time for Python. We're going to see some significant growth and changes in the coming year," says PyCon 2008 chair David Goodger. "This conference is the place to be to hear about them first." "What makes PyCon so exceptional is the instant immersion in the brilliant, vibrant, and friendly Python community, which is the real draw for me," says PyCon 2008 publicity coordinator Catherine Devlin. PyCon is unique in that it is truly a community event. It is run entirely by volunteers. Not just enthusiasts, scores of Python programmers, or "Pythonistas," are dedicating their personal time to the weeklong event. PyCon 2008 kicks off with a tutorial day on March 13, where attendees can learn in-depth from the experts. The expo hall, where sponsors and exhibitors will be giving away free goodies, will be open March 14 and 15, while the conference itself takes place from March 14 to 16. The conference will be followed by four days of "Development Sprints," from March 17 to 20. These are meetings where peers can meet in person, collaborate on projects, and learn in an informal setting. Sprints have been a major part of PyCon since its inception in 2003. For more information or to register for this event, please visit http://us.pycon.org
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