I want to get involved with Python!

[Terry Reedy]

On 3/11/2015 5:19 AM, binki.c at mweb.co.za wrote:

> I am currently a "Progress Programmer" and looking for new challenges!

Are you referring to

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OpenEdge_Advanced_Business_Language

> It seems that Python is a good language to get familiar with and I would
> like some advice. I am on the look-out for a new job anyway and I
> thought it well to look for a job as Python developer in my field. I
> have been working in the healthcare sector for many years now and
> perhaps the only way to find a job as Python programmer at this stage,
> will be to find a job in the healthcare sector, as this is what I am
> familiar with. Are there any healthcare companies using Python (anywhere
> in the world) that I can contact for opportunities and advice?
>
> I currently live in South Africa and would like to know what the demand
> for Python is in SA, but I will also consider relocating to Australia or
> the UK if I find it's going to be worth it.
>
> Please advise on what route you would suggest I take to become a Python
> developer!

One way to establish credibility as a 'python programmer' is to make 
contributions to an open-source python project.  Perhaps find or create 
a project to somehow integrate Python and Progress.

-- 
Terry Jan Reedy