Migrating to perl?

[Steve Williams]

Joel Ricker wrote:

> [snip]

> So basically what I'd like to know is, how do the two compare?  Is there an
> easier learning curve with Python?  Are the modules and add-ons as good as
> perl (ie, Database -- I'm primarily interested in MySQL, CGI, Graphics).
> What about OOP?  Is it it a full OO language?  Is it easier than to use than
> perl?  Perl OO just feels like it has been cludged together.
>

I work with DB2, Interbase and MS Access.  It's a pleasure to use Python and the
mxODBC module to work with these relational databases.

> And lastly, what about the Python community?  Is it friendlier than the perl
> community?  Too many times I've asked questions and all I'll get is pointers
> to documentation, which I've already read and so thats why I'm asking for
> information in the first place.  I understand simple questions for basic or
> novice information will warrant answers like that but not the things I've
> asked.
>

The Python community is very helpful.  I've had quick, direct and accurate
answers to my questions.