[Tutor] Introduction to modelling with Python

[Modulok]

Could you further define 'modeling' in context?

Are you referring to using python in the context of 3D modeling, i.e.
computer aided design? If that be the case, python serves as an
embedded language for many 3D computer graphics programs. Everything
from Maya to Houdini use it as a command interface to automate things.
See the developer's documentation for whatever software you're using.

What kind of modeling?
-Modulok-

On 3/27/10, AG <computing.account at googlemail.com> wrote:
> Hi List
>
> I apologise in advance for the vagueness of this query, but I am looking
> for a decent modern introduction to modelling using Python.
> Specifically, I want something that is a good introduction (i.e. doesn't
> expect one to already be a maths/ statistics or a programming guru) and
> that has an ecology/ environmental science orientation.  The latter is
> desirable but not essential, as I suspect that once one understands the
> process of data abstraction and the other steps involved in modelling
> processes and scenarios, the thinking and skill sets are likely
> transferable.  However, if my assumption about this is incorrect, please
> let me know.
>
> If anyone knows of any resource (book or on-line) with a Python bent,
> please let me know.  I am preparing to begin applications to Ph.D.
> programs and most of what I am interested in doing requires some
> knowledge of modelling and Python also seems to be widely accepted as a
> programming language, so I am happy with that as I am in the process of
> teaching myself Python anyway.
>
> Thanks for any help, advice, etc.
>
> Cheers
>
> AG
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