Chapter 21
Ten (Plus) Libraries You Need to Know About
IN THIS CHAPTER
Securing your data by using cryptology
Managing and displaying data
Working with graphics
Finding the information you need
Allowing access to Java code
Python provides you with considerable power when it comes to creating average applications. However, most applications aren’t average and require some sort of special processing to make them work. That’s where libraries come into play. A good library will extend Python functionality so that it supports the special programming needs that you have. For example, you might need to plot statistics or interact with a scientific device. These sorts of tasks require the use of one or more libraries.
One of the best places to find a library listing online is the UsefulModules site at https://wiki.python.org/moin/UsefulModules. Of course, you have many other places to look ...
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