Professional IronPython - Softcover

Mueller, John Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470548592 ISBN 13: 9780470548592

Publisher: Wrox, 2010

Synopsis

Thorough coverage of Microsoft’s new dynamic programming language: IronPython

IronPython is a powerful and vital part of any .NET developer′s toolbox, and although it is several years old, very little literature exists on the topic. This essential resource fills that void and provides you with an in–depth understanding of IronPython.

A brief introduction walks you through the installation, usage, and tools of IronPython and also explains what makes IronPython different from other programming languages. Coverage quickly moves on to explaining how to use and work with the IronPython language, and an in–depth look at its environment sheds light on how it can be stand alone or with the .NET Framework. You′ll see how IronPython can be used to create either desktop or Web–based applications and you’ll witness how it interacts with other existing technologies. In addition, coverage of advanced topics shares techniques for extending IronPython and making it a robust language.

• Provides you with an in–depth look at IronPython, how it is different from other programming languages, what it is capable of, and how to maximize its potential
• Explores how IronPython interacts with existing technologies and how it can perform administration tasks
• Answers popular questions, such as how to extend IronPython and make it a more robust language
• Tackles topics not addressed anywhere else, including executing IronPython using Mono

You′ll want to devour every topic covered in Professional IronPython so you can get started working with this powerful programming language today.

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Paperback. Pub the Date: March. 2010 Pages: 480 in Publisher: John Wiley Thorough coverages of the Microsoft's new dynamic programming language: IronPython IronPython is a powerful and vital part of any. NET developer's toolbox. And although it is several years old. Very little literature exists on the topic. This essential resource fills that void and provides you with an in-depth understanding of IronPython. A ief introduction walks you through the installation. usage. and tools of IronPython and also explains what makes IronPython different from other programming languages . Coverage quickly moves on to explaining how to use and work with the IronPython language. and an in-depth look at its environment sheds light on how it can be stand alone or with the. NET Framework. You'll see how IronPython can be used to create either desktop or Web-based applications and you'll wit...

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Create applications that are more responsive to user needs

IronPython should be an important part of your developer′s toolbox and this book will quickly get you up and running with this powerful language. John Paul Mueller clearly shows how IronPython can help you create better desktop or web–based applications in less time and with fewer errors. Throughout the pages, you′ll find techniques for extending IronPython and making it a more robust language. In addition, you′ll follow advanced steps such as building an IronPython extension that directly accesses the Win32 API. And you′ll enhance your skill set as you introduce IronPython into other environments such as Linux and Mac OS X.

Professional IronPython:

• Demonstrates how to build applications that every developer needs to know when starting a new language

• Explains how to create Windows Forms applications, interact with COM objects, and work at the command line

• Uncovers how to work with XML, the Dynamic Language Runtime, and other .NET languages

• Shows how you can use IronPython to improve your testing process for just about any language

• Discusses techniques for using IronPython with the Python Standard Library

Wrox Professional guides are planned and written by working programmers to meet the real–world needs of programmers, developers, and IT professionals. Focused and relevant, they address the issues technology professionals face every day. They provide examples, practical solutions, and expert education in new technologies, all designed to help programmers do a better job.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Wrox
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0470548592
• ISBN 13: 9780470548592
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 480