Ray wrote:
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> Um, I mean, what if you have to use something other than
> Python/Jython/IronPython? :) How do you keep your Python skill sharp?
>
You could use IPython as your primary shell. Than you have the
opportunity to do all these nasty automation tasks -- create test data,
deploy configuration files, search in logfiles for errors, etc. -- for
your project in Python.
Convince your project manager to develop prototypes. No one in your
company is better and faster in prototyping than the Python expert Ray.
HTH
Norbert
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I've got a couple of posts at my blog that could help you here because I've often had your problem with new languages.
http://straw-dogs.co.uk/blog/01/26/practice-makes-perfect/ <-- A list of resources such as quizes, practice, games, tests and info.
http://straw-dogs.co.uk/blog/05/31/scripting-an-easy-life/ <-- Just some ideas for automating tasks on your system(s).
All the best.
Doug
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