Python
A background in PythonDa free, open-source programming language  for web applicationsDis essential for developers using the Zope  web application server. Although beginners will find a thorough  introduction in The Book of Zope, it is an optional purchase for  institutions owning The Zope Book (Computer Media, LJ 11/1/01).  Python offers beginning programmers a gentler albeit less  thorough entr e into the language than Python Essential  Reference (Computer Media, LJ 8/01). Larger libraries where more  advanced web development titles circulate should consider both.Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.