[DB-SIG] pypg pure Python db driver for Postgresql

[Randall Smith]

I've been toying with the idea of pure Python database drivers such as 
Java jdbc type 4 drivers.

I replaced the C portion of PyGreSQL to form a Python driver I'm calling 
pypg.  You can download it from the location below.

http://www.tnr.cc/pypg.html

It's alpha so expect problems, but in my testing it works fine for 
normal operations.

It speaks PG v3 protocol directly and it was easier to get working than 
I expected.  I'm new to sockets and would really appreciate feedback on 
the networking portion of the code.

Many will probably ask me why not just use the existing drivers?   The 
same reasons pure Java drivers exist.  They're ultra portable and 
eliminate dependencies.  Ever used Oracle with Python?  It sucks having 
to install those dependencies, especially on Linux.  I use an 
application called Aqua Data Studio that ships with type 4 java drivers 
and that is very nice.  I too would like to be able to include db 
drivers with an app.  Another reason I'm doing it is because it is fun 
and educational.

I look forward to constructive criticism.

Randall