Python: performance, footprint, multi-threading, etc.

[Darrell]

As Alexander was saying Python can be slow and circular references can be a
memory leak head ache. The good news is that huge performance gains can
often be had by changing an algorithm.  From the high vantage point of
Python, algorithm changes aren't nearly as painful as some of those other
languages. Learning to leverage the built-in features of Python or adding
your own is the next big gainer.


--Darrell