python in parallel for pattern discovery in genome data

[Stephan Diehl]

BalyanM wrote:

> Hi,
> 
> I am new to python.I am using it on redhat linux 9.
> I am interested to run python on a sun machine(SunE420R,os=solaris)
> with 4 cpu's for a pattern discovery/search program on biological
> sequence(genomic sequence).I want to write the python code so that it
> utilizes all the 4 cpu's.Moreover do i need some other libraries.
> Kindly advice.
> 
> Thanks
> 
> Sincerely,
> 
> Manoj
> 

Just a normal python interpreter won't help any, because of the GIL (Global
Interpreter Lock).
Just from your description, the following module might be something for you:
http://poshmodule.sourceforge.net/
It allows object sharing between differnet python processes.
As I have never worked with it, I can't say, if it's any good.

Stephan