Python Documentation

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What's New in Python 2.5
(changes since previous major release)
Tutorial
(start here)
Global Module Index
(for quick access to all modules)
Library Reference
(keep this under your pillow)
Macintosh Library Modules
(this too, if you use a Macintosh)
Language Reference
(for language lawyers)
Extending and Embedding
(tutorial for C/C++ programmers)
Python/C API
(reference for C/C++ programmers)
Documenting Python
(information for documentation authors)
Installing Python Modules
(information for installers & sys-admins)
Distributing Python Modules
(sharing modules with others)