Mailman 3 May 2008 - python-uk

Python training in London
by Giles Thomas July 23, 2008

July 23, 2008

Hi there, Some of our clients have been asking us about Python training in London, in particular for financial markets. Does anyone on this list have experience training quants and similar non-developer but still tech-savvy people in Python programming? Regards, Giles -- Giles Thomas MD & CTO, Resolver Systems Ltd. giles.thomas(a)resolversystems.com +44 (0) 20 7253 6372 Try out Resolver One! <http://www.resolversystems.com/get-it/> (Free registration required) 17a Clerkenwell Road, London EC1M 5RD, UK VAT No.: GB 893 5643 79 Registered in England and Wales as company number 5467329. Registered address: 843 Finchley Road, London NW11 8NA, UK

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Python West Midlands Technical Meet, Saturday 24th May 2008
by Zeth May 22, 2008

May 22, 2008

Hello everyone, The May Python West Midlands Technical Meeting is this Saturday 24th May 2008. It is held at 17a Maybrook Road, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, B76 1AL. The meeting has a few short talks on various subjects, but the main activity is group programming, previous knowledge of Python and Python applications such as Django helps, but is not required at all, any open-minded person can get involved. We arrive around 10.30am and have a cup of tea and get comfy and our laptops on the wireless/wired network. Having your own laptop (with wireless or wired Internet connection) helps a lot but is optional. Things then start at 11am. Leave when you have had enough (or when the venue is locked up in the evening : ). For lunch we normally each donate £2 and then one of our members buys provisions (knowing the day before that you are coming helps, if possible, if in doubt just come). Bringing biscuits/snacks to share is encouraged. For more details see: http://pywm.eu/ Best Wishes, Zeth

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May 10th Python Global Sprint and Bug Day (London)
by Michael Foord May 8, 2008

May 8, 2008

Hello all, We're still 'looking at details', but I'd like to know if anyone is interested in participating in the Python bug-day / sprint on Saturday? Particularly, if any of you are up for getting together 'somewhere in London' for the sprint. The venue depends on the numbers interested... :-) Michael Foord http://www.ironpythoninaction.com/

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Reminder: London Python Meetup, Tuesday May the 6th
by Simon Brunning May 7, 2008

May 7, 2008

Details here: http://tinyurl.com/3snu66 -- Cheers, Simon B. simon(a)brunningonline.net http://www.brunningonline.net/simon/blog/ GTalk: simon.brunning | MSN: small_values | Yahoo: smallvalues | Twitter: brunns

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Junior Python Developer Position
by Ankur Shah May 6, 2008

May 6, 2008

Hi All, We're looking for a Junior Python coder to join our growing ranks. We are a well-backed London based startup (based in Shoreditch), doing work around email, social networking and various semantic technologies. The position involves both desktop and web related programming. We are looking for someone who can join a small team, get started very soon and hit the ground running. Requirements: - good knowledge of at least one programming language (can be any) - preferably including C/C++ (we are actually developing in Python) - some knowledge of concurrency (threads etc.) - that is, he/she shouldn't be totally clueless on this front - generally smart (passion for programming, pride in work, quick learner, etc.) Pluses: - knows a dynamic language (python, ruby, groovy, perl, etc.) well - knowledge of Linux and Mac Extra cool: - knows python well, twisted, wx, etc. - knows some functional programming (erlang, haskell, lisp, etc.) - Mac power user - enjoys tinkering around, knows how to use the shell well, and some internals Salary: Upto £25,000 (based on experience) This is a permanent position and all the usuals apply. Please feel free to contact me if you require further information. Thanks. Yours, Ankur

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PyCon 2008 - Call for Papers, Talks and Tutorials
by Zeth May 4, 2008

May 4, 2008

PyCon UK 2008 is an independent, community-run, community-controlled and not-for-profit conference dedicated to the Python programming language, Python applications, toolkits and frameworks. It also features social events and a chance to meet fellow Python users. It is organised by members of Python User Groups from across the United Kingdom. Last Year, PyConUK 2007 was attended by over 200 delegates and featured around 50 talks and tutorials, as well as a conference dinner and two pub events. PyCon UK 2008 will be taking place in Birmingham City Centre from the 12th-14th September. We are after Talks, Tutorials and Other events. To submit a talk, please visit our submissions page: http://www.pyconuk.org/submit We're looking for proposals on all aspects of Python - programming from novice to advanced levels; applications and frameworks, or how you have been involved in introducing Python into your organisation. We especially welcome first-time speakers; we are community conference and we are eager to hear about your experience. If you have friends or colleagues who have something valuable to contribute, twist their arms to tell us about it! Please also forward this Call for Papers to anyone that you feel may be interested. For more information about PyCon UK 2008, please visit our homepage at http://www.pyconuk.org/ To submit a talk, please visit http://www.pyconuk.org/submit

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Cambridge & East Anglia Pub Meeting, Tue 6th May
by Tony Ibbs May 2, 2008

May 2, 2008

The next meeting of the Cambridge & East Anglia Python group will be at 8pm on Tuesday 6th May 2008, at the Carlton Arms (http://www.thecarltonarms.co.uk/). Tibs http://www.campug.org.uk/

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