Overview — Python v2.6 documentation

Welcome! This is the documentation for Python 2.6, last updated Oct 02, 2008.

Parts of the documentation:

What's new in Python 2.6?
changes since previous major release

Tutorial
start here

Using Python
how to use Python on different platforms

Language Reference
describes syntax and language elements

Library Reference
keep this under your pillow

Python HOWTOs
in-depth documents on specific topics

Extending and Embedding
tutorial for C/C++ programmers

Python/C API
reference for C/C++ programmers

Installing Python Modules
information for installers & sys-admins

Distributing Python Modules
sharing modules with others

Documenting Python
guide for documentation authors

Indices and tables:

Global Module Index
quick access to all modules

General Index
all functions, classes, terms

Glossary
the most important terms explained

Search page
search this documentation

Complete Table of Contents
lists all sections and subsections

Meta information:

Reporting bugs