Python Bootcamp at the Big Nerd Ranch Feb 21-25, 2005

Link to Release: http://www.bignerdranch.com/about/python0205pr.shtml

Mark Lutz Teaches Python Bootcamp at the Big Nerd Ranch - February 
21-25, 2005

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT:
Emily Herman
Big Nerd Ranch, Inc.
(678) 595-6773
http://www.bignerdranch.com

Atlanta, GA - November 8, 2004 - Mark Lutz to Teach Python Bootcamp at 
the Big Nerd Ranch February 21-25, 2005

  Since its creation in the late 1980s by Guido van Rossum, interest in 
Python has exploded as more companies and programmers begin to 
capitalize on it elegance, portability and scalability across a number 
of platforms. Python has suddenly become ubiquitous, appearing in a 
variety of applications used by organizations such as Hewlett Packard, 
NOAA, Google, NASA and Pixar. Always working to provide the most 
relevant and current technology to its students, The Big Nerd Ranch is 
pleased to announce the upcoming Python Bootcamp February 21-25, 2005.

  Class instructor Mark Lutz is one of the foremost experts in Python 
programming. In addition to being a full-time trainer, writer and 
software developer, he is the author of the O'Reilly books "Programming 
Python" and "Python Pocket Reference" and is the author of "Learning 
Python." Mark has been involved with Python since 1992 and began 
teaching Python classes in 1997.

  Upon completion of the course, Python Bootcamp students will be able 
to:
	• 	 Develop applications in the Python Programming Language
	• 	Utilize Python's built-in toolset
	• 	Use OOP in Python
	• 	Use common Python applications such as GUIs and databases
	• 	Apply Python as a scripting language

Excited about the ongoing expansion of the Big Nerd Ranch scope in 
teaching, Big Nerd Ranch founder Aaron Hillegass commented, "I'm 
thrilled about offering Python Bootcamp. Not only are we excited about 
having Mark as an instructor, but we believe that this class fleshes 
out the recent developments in our curriculum. The Big Nerd Ranch is 
driven to provide courses that can work in packages as students develop 
and enhance their skills and knowledge, becoming a major resource for 
ongoing continuing education."

  For the complete syllabus, please visit 
http://www.bignerdranch.com/classes/python.shtml.

  The Big Nerd Ranch incorporates intensive training classes for Unix 
and Mac OS X programmers in a retreat setting outside Atlanta, GA. 
Class price of $3500 includes lodging, all meals, original instruction 
materials, 24-hour lab access, and transportation to and from the 
Atlanta airport. Students are encouraged to bring independent projects 
to class, allowing for input from classmates and individual instructor 
attention. For more information, call 678-595-6773 or visit  
http://www.bignerdranch.com.