Fwd: [CFT] FreeBSD python25 move to python26 as default version.

[Carl Trachte]

Sorry, neglected to post to list.  CBT


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From: Carl Trachte 
Date: Wed, May 27, 2009 at 1:33 PM
Subject: Re: [CFT] FreeBSD python25 move to python26 as default version.
To: Doug Barton 


On Wed, May 27, 2009 at 11:58 AM, Doug Barton  wrote:
> Kelly Hays wrote:
>> On Sun, May 17, 2009 at 11:54 AM, Martin Wilke  wrote:
>>>    Once the installed Python has been updated to 2.6, by using one of the
>>>    methods above, it is required to run the upgrade-site-packages target in
>>>    lang/python to assure that site-packages are made available to the new 
>>> Python
>>>    version.
>>>
>>>    # cd /usr/ports/lang/python && make upgrade-site-packages
>>>
>>> This Makefile target requires ports-mgmt/portupgrade to be installed.
>>>
>> A lot of us are no longer using ports-mgmt/portupgrade in favor of
>> ports-mgmt/portmaster. Please support both tools.
>
> First, I don't use python, so I'm not directly affected by this.
> Second, I don't think it's reasonable to _require_ that a user needs
> to use any additional tools (such as portupgrade or portmaster) to do
> something with the ports system. I do think it's reasonable to provide
> instructions such as, "If you use toolA, do X, for toolB do Y, and if
> you don't use a tool do Z, etc."
>
> That said, if someone can explain what it is that needs to be done, I
> will be glad to help write instructions for doing it with portmaster.
>
>
> Doug
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I'm a pretty much a newb to BSD and have not contributed to the ports
collection; apologies if I'm off track on the thread.

The Python source build has IIRC an altinstall flag that allows you to
have multiple versions on the machine.  I've got the Python from ports
(I believe it's 2.5) and Python 3.0 (installed from source with
altinstall) on my FreeBSD laptop.  I was surprised that a port for 2.6
was going to be available so soon (thanks).  I'm not sure if the
method I've laid out for 3.0 is considered good practice within a
FreeBSD context, but it's handy for having more than one version of
Python on a machine.

The advantage of doing the install with ports is that there is some
assurance as to the security and functionality of the software (it
will work under the FreeBSD OS).  If there is a dependence within the
port, even one just required to build the port or use its Makefile, as
a newb at least, I expect it to show up in the port's dependencies.

My 2 cents of a possibly relevant nature.

Carl T.
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Call for Proposals - Pycon 2011

[Carl Trachte]

Call for proposals -- PyCon 2011 -- 
===

Proposal Due date: November 1st, 2010

PyCon is back! With a rocking new website, a great location and
more Python hackers and luminaries under one roof than you could
possibly shake a stick at. We've also added an "Extreme" talk
track this year - no introduction, no fluff - only the pure
technical meat!

PyCon 2011 will be held March 9th through the 17th, 2011 in Atlanta,
Georgia. (Home of some of the best southern food you can possibly
find on Earth!) The PyCon conference days will be March 11-13,
preceded by two tutorial days (March 9-10), and followed by four
days of development sprints (March 14-17).

PyCon 2011 is looking for proposals for the formal presentation
tracks (this includes "extreme talks"). A request for proposals for
poster sessions and tutorials will come separately.

Want to showcase your skills as a Python Hacker? Want to have
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In the past, PyCon has had a broad range of presentations, from reports
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come from a myriad of backgrounds: some are new speakers, some have been
speaking for years. Everyone is welcome, so bring your passion and your
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Online proposal submission is open now! Proposals  will be accepted
through November 10th, with acceptance notifications coming out by
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For videos of talks from previous years - check out:

   

For more information on "Extreme Talks" see:

   

We look forward to seeing you in Atlanta!

Please also note - registration for PyCon 2011 will also be capped at a
maximum of 1,500 delegates, including speakers. When registration opens
(soon), you're going to want to make sure you register early! Speakers
with accepted talks will have a guaranteed slot.

Important Dates:
   * November 1st, 2010: Talk proposals due.
   * December 15th, 2010: Acceptance emails sent.
   * January 19th, 2010: Early bird registration closes.
   * March 9-10th, 2011: Tutorial days at PyCon.
   * March 11-13th, 2011: PyCon main conference.
   * March 14-17th, 2011: PyCon sprints days.

Contact Emails:
   Van Lindberg (Conference Chair) - v...@python.org
   Jesse Noller (Co-Chair) - jnol...@python.org
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