Mailman 3 March 2009 - python-uk

EuroDjangoCon '09
by Robert [Siu Design] March 26, 2009

March 26, 2009

Hi all, Just to let you know you can still register for EuroDjangoCon '09 ( http://eurodjangocon.eventbrite.com/). The other levels of prices were scrapped and instead we're just going with the early bird rates. It will be in Prague on May 4th - 6th (conference days) and 7th - 8th (sprint days). The venue has changed to the Iris Congress Hotel ( http://www.hoteliris.cz/en/) and the conference is now single track. When you register you can take advantage of the room block we have with the hotel: single room at £61 and double room at £71 (last time I did the price conversion from CZK), this price includes a buffet breakfast. At EuroDjangoCon you will have an afternoon coffee break and a buffet lunch as well. We have recently received sponsorship from Google, Fry IT ( http://www.fry-it.com/) and Centrum (http://www.centrumholdings.com/novinky/), so thanks to all those companies. You can find more information at http://euro.djangocon.org/ or the blog at http://euro.djangocon.org/blog/ REGISTER for the conference here: http://eurodjangocon.eventbrite.com/ Regards Robert Lofthouse (@robertlofthouse) EuroDjangoCon/DjangoCon Chairman

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DJUGL (Django User Group London) April 7th 2009
by Robert [Siu Design] March 26, 2009

March 26, 2009

Hi all, DJUGL (Django User Group London) will be on again on April 7th at the Capital Radio Building in Leicester Square. I am currently confirming speakers for the event, but the format will be as follows: 2 speakers (20-25 mins each) and a lightning talk session (20-25 mins, split into smaller sessions). The user group gets full up pretty quickly (we have 80 "tickets" and all 80 are always gone), so if you're interested then register as soon as possible. I haven't noticed too much activity in the Python London scene recently so any Python guys, not just those who use Django, should come along as it's always fun. Register here: http://djugl.eventwax.com/djugl-april-2009 Regards Rob (@robertlofthouse)

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Next Cambridge & East Anglia Meetings: Tue 7th April 2009
by Tony Ibbs March 25, 2009

March 25, 2009

As sent to the CamPUG Google Group: The next meeting will be Tuesday 7th April 2009, 8pm at the Carlton Arms The meetings thereafter will be: * Tuesday 5th May, talks and suchlike * Tuesday 2nd June, pub meeting Any volunteers for talks in June would be very welcome - as normal, please contact the CamPUG list or myself. Remember that EuroPython 2009 will be in Birmingham, with the main event being Tuesday 30th June through Thursday 2nd July. See http://www.europython.eu/ for more details. The CamPUG meeting after that, Tuesday 7th July, will thus also be a pub meeting (since I'm assuming we'll all still be recovering - you are intending to go, aren't you?). Tibs

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Python Developer Wanted - London
by Python Recruiter March 11, 2009

March 11, 2009

Hi All, I am currently looking for the following; Salary - £20-£40k + 25-35 days holiday per year + Discretionary bonus scheme + Very Flexible working hours + Relaxed and informal working environment. *Company *A profit making and established company based in London was set up in 2006. Using cutting-edge technology and city proven algorithms, they have succeeded in becoming a leading supplier of automatic trading and hedging tools. Due continual expansion we are looking for technically and mathematically motivated candidate who are keen to work on mentally stimulating projects. *Technical Profile:* As part of the development team you will have a broad technical base which must include a strong interest in and knowledge of Unix / Linux and ideally some experience of scripting languages, ideally Python. An interest in functional programming and its application in the real world would be useful Specifically, Python or Erlang. *Person* The sort of person we're looking for must have a degree form a leading Redbrick University or equivalent, personal interest in programming and the desire to programme in Python. You will also need to have a well-rounded understanding of computer software to be able to do all of that. It's your project, and you'll need to put all the pieces together to make it work. While you'll have lots of expertise available to help, what you won't find is a separate department to do all the things some programmers wouldn't normally do (setting up Linux servers, administering a database, etc). If you believe that you have the skills to fit this role, please send me your CV asap.

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Python (Django) role in London.
by Ross Lawley March 10, 2009

March 10, 2009

Hello all, For anyone who is on the look out for a new job in London, my company has just announced a new vacancy. We're a good bunch, so if you are too you can find more information here: http://djangogigs.com/gigs/576/ Cheers, Ross

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EuroPython in England. DON'T MISS OUT
by John Pinner March 6, 2009

March 6, 2009

Hello, Just a reminder that Extra Early Bird rate runs out next Tuesday. See http://www.europython.eu EuroPython runs from 30th June to 3rd July in Birmingham, with Tutorials and Sprints before/after. Act now! Best wishes, John --

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Next Cambridge & East Anglia Meeting: Tue 3rd March 2009
by Tony Ibbs March 3, 2009

March 3, 2009

The next meeting will be Tuesday 3rd March, at RealVNC (see below). We hope to have the following talks: * David Guaraglia: The Twisted framework * Gareth Rushgrove: Django and testing * Tibs: "from __future__ import" and doctest Plus anyone is welcome to give a lightning talk on the day. Directions from Tom Lynn: RealVNC's offices offices are in Betjeman House on Hills Road, A map of the location can be found at http://tinyurl.com/realvnc-offices, but the directions are basically "the end of Station Road that isn't the railway station" or "behind the Flying Pig pub". As you can see from this Google Map, it's pretty easy to find from the old talks location, if about a fifteen minute walk away: http://tinyurl.com/directions-from-old-location The next two meeting after that will be: * Tue 7th April, Pub Meeting, 8pm at the Carlton Arms * Tue 5th May, Talks and suchlike again All the best, Tibs

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Python Developers Wanted
by Rohit Aggarwal March 3, 2009

March 3, 2009

Looking for Python developers in London Job Description: Python Developers (Contract) Prytania Services LLP is currently looking for a number of python developers to further develop and enhance our leading-edge structured finance portfolio analysis system. As a developer, your primary responsibility will be to help create, maintain, and test new and existing software components. An ideal candidate will have a computer science or mathematics background, experience in object-oriented programming, and an interest in finance. No prior experience in finance is required, but you should be prepared to learn. Company Description: The Prytania Group is an independent structured finance and credit specialist, providing asset management, risk advisory and analytical services to its clients. The Prytania Group is made up of Prytania Holdings LLP (parent), Prytania Investment Advisors LLP and Prytania Services LLP. Prytania Investment Advisors LLP is at the leading edge of investment management for some of the most complex and interesting securities in the market, such as collateralized debt obligations and asset backed securities, on behalf of global institutional investors. Prytania Services LLP develops market-leading analytical and risk management tools for structured finance and credit, providing a level of insight, understanding and awareness not currently available commercially. Applicants must be able to work in a thriving, dynamic and team-orientated environment. Analytical and entrepreneurial thinking, creativity, attention to detail, communication and the ability to meet deadlines are essential skills. Requirements: Strong skills in Python and one of the following C#, Java, C++ Excellent knowledge of databases and SQL. We use PostgreSQL and SQLite. Good knowledge of Linux Environments. Good knowledge of GUI Development. Additional Skills Desired: Experience in Adobe Flex. Experience with Mercurial, SVN, CVS or other version control system. Extensive knowledge and overview of open source software. Location: London, UK Start ASAP for a minimum of 3 months Rate - Negotiable * Contact: Effie Dracou * E-mail contact: edracou(a)prytaniagroup.com * Web: http://www.prytaniaservices.com

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<?python ...?>
by Malte Beckmann March 3, 2009

March 3, 2009

Hello! Just wrote my first 30 odd python scripts and loving this language. But do, however, have a burning question on my mind. Why can I not just do <?python ... ?> in my webpages like I can do with PHP? Cheers! /m

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