Talk Python To Me #496: Scaf: Complete blueprint for new Python Kubernetes projects
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Mar 14, 2025 Calvin Hendricks-Parker, CTO and co-founder of Six Feet Up, dives deep into the world of Python deployment challenges. He discusses the tricky journey from local development to production, highlighting issues like inconsistent environments and security pitfalls. Calvin introduces Scaf, a robust blueprint that simplifies starting Python web projects, along with insights on using Docker and Kubernetes effectively. The conversation also touches on automation, managing cloud costs, and the importance of a solid developer experience, making it a must-listen for Python enthusiasts.
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Zope Introduction
- Calvin Hendricks-Parker was introduced to Python through Zope in 2000.
- Zope and BitTorrent were killer apps for Python back then.
Python's Growing Community
- Many current Python users are relatively new to the language.
- This influx of newcomers demonstrates Python's vibrant and growing community.
Zope's Innovative Features
- Zope, an early Python application framework, offered features like ZODB and Zclasses.
- These features allowed rapid prototyping through the web, even in the year 2000.