Python

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Python is a scripting language written by Guido van Rossom.

The name actually refers to Monty Python, the charmingly irreverent and absurdist comedy troupe, as opposed to venomous snake.

General

  • Charming Pythonistas, an article about why Python makes a good learning language, and in particular considers the underrepresentation of female programmers

Learning Python

The "official" course textbook
A nice quick intro to programming with Python as the specific language.
Another good, free, resource
Interesting discussion about the merits of Python as a learning language, and the "gender gap" in programming

Useful Add-ons (Libraries)