Announcing Pythug, Idaho's Python Users Group

I've decided something. I love Python. A lot. It's, like, the best programming language in the world. It's such a pleasure to use and program. It works on basically anything. And it's pretty.

Living in Idaho, there aren't quite as many passionate programmers as you might find in many other places of the world (even in a university setting). A while back, I started looking around for a possible Python Users Group (PUG) in my area so I could bask in Python goodness with others. I was very surprised to learn that there wasn't one nearby.

As a result, I took it upon myself to begin to create one, mainly for southeastern Idaho. Since I started using Python about a year and a half ago, I've spread the good word amongst many of my colleagues. Many have started to like Python, others have decided it's not their cup of tea. For the time being, it appears that the PUG will be comprised primarily of my colleagues and myself. However, I would like the group to be a place where beginners and experts alike can come together to learn and instruct each other. I have plans. Devious plans.

The problem I have is a lack of time. That shouldn't surprise anyone, because we all seem to be in the same boat when it comes to time. Anyway, there are still some details that need to be addressed. This will take time. I don't anticipate things being "ready" until April, around the time that my semester ends.

For any of you who are interested in joining such a community, I would encourage you to visit its brand spankin' new Web site to sign up for progress updates. Those who sign up for updates will be counted on the "unofficial" membership roster, but there is no obligation to really become a member when all is said and done. It's merely a way for me to update everyone at the same time a couple times a month.

If you live in Idaho and are interested in joining Pythug, or know someone who might be interested, please get the information in the form. Remember... there are plans. :D