Is learning Python "extraordinary"?

[Ahimsa Consulting]

Well I can tell you that as a 37 year old with no computer/programming
experience beyond the occasional tweak of a Win98 machine, teaching myself
both the Linux os and Python is a significant challenge, and I would feel
extraordinary if I were able to call myself proficient in programming. It
might take me a while, but I intend to get there ... certainly way beyond
the "Hello, World!".
I agree with earlier comments though - esp with Sheila: the context of your
accomplishment is the important thing. Without context, there is no
foreground, so I would suggest emphasise the context out of which your own
personal accomplishments have grown.
Good luck with your applications.