[Freegis-list] python

[Bernhard Reiter]

On Mon, Apr 08, 2002 at 08:51:14AM +0200, David Trillo Montero wrote:
> I recently have known the existence of Python. I would like to
> know a little more about this language and its power in the GIS
> field. Has someone experience with it. I would like to know that
> is useful, and what i can and cannot do with it.

The main advantages for GIS from python
are the general advantages of python over other languages.

You should be able to find some references of computer language
comparisons from its homepage:
	www.python.org
	www.python.org/doc/Comparisons.html

For FreeGIS some points even gain more weight:

	* Python can be used in an interactive mode 
	  thus also making a good scripting language

	Important because scripting will keep its place
	in complex geoprocessing.

	
	* Python is a cross platform and easy to learn

	A lot of people in geoprocessing do not intend to
	become in depth computer scientists.

	  
	* Python and its tools are completly Free Software 

	(A point not in need of explaination on this list.)
	Many geoprocessing takes place in research or academic
	setting. Free Software is a natural fit for these
	environments.
	

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