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Since #PyConAfrica, many have asked me for advice on starting a #Python community. Success varies with contextβ€”whether educating youth or connecting professionals. I know some contexts better than others.

Question: Are there resources or stories you can recommend?

22.10.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

#PreludeTech creates abundance to share. Can't afford a course? Email us at hello@prelude.tech to explain your situation for scholarship opportunities.

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#Django #AllAuth #HTMX #AlpineJS #Playwright #Tailwind #Python

21.10.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

#PreludeTech delivers really high quality training. The training is hands-on, relevent, practical. We keep the class sizes really small so that everyone gets expert care and attention. If that sounds good, sign up here: prelude.tech/upcoming_tr...

21.10.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

If you have ever tried integrating #AllAuth into a #Django project and fallen short, this workshop is for you. It doesn't just teach AllAuth, it cover's Django's internals in a way that makes these kinds of integrations a breeze.

prelude.tech/upcoming_wo...

20.10.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

#PreludeTech is relaunching weekend workshops this November. If modern frontend development with #Django, #HTMX, #Tailwind, #Playwright, and #AlpineJS is your thing, grab your ticket here: prelude.tech/upcoming_wo...

20.10.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join our FREE workshops on 8 October for PyCon Africa’s Beginners Day! No experience needed. Connect with the Python community: za.pycon.org/beginners-day

Share and help us open doors!

#Python #PyCon #DjangoGirls #HumbleData #PyGame #Apify #Plotnine

16.09.2025 05:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
What are you waiting for? World-class-talks, Hands on workshops, increadible community

What are you waiting for? World-class-talks, Hands on workshops, increadible community

Grab your ticket for #PyConAfrica now! Experience amazing talks and workshops while engaging with the broader African Python community.

Learn. Code. Connect.

za.pycon.org/tickets

#Python #pycon

09.09.2025 05:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Python Software Foundation News

ATTN PSF Voting Members: The 2025 PSF Board election vote is open now until September 16th! If you affirmed your intention to vote in this year's election, or voted last year, you should have an email with voting instructions πŸ—³οΈ Learn more on our blog:

02.09.2025 14:04 β€” πŸ‘ 19    πŸ” 16    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 6

Want to help us include more people? Even small donations help us open doors.
www.quicket.co.za/events/3216...

#DjangoGirls #PyConAfrica #Python #PyCon

01.09.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

#PyConAfrica is hosting a free #DjangoGirls workshop on 8 October

We are looking for people who want to learn - no experience needed!
And if you have experience and a teacher's heart, consider join in as a coach!

za.pycon.org/beginners-day

01.09.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Want to help us include more people? Even small donations help us open doors.
www.quicket.co.za/events/3216...

#DjangoGirls #PyConAfrica #Python #PyCon

31.08.2025 11:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

#PyConAfrica is hosting a free #DjangoGirls workshop on 8 October

We are looking for people who want to learn - no experience needed!
And if you have experience and a teacher's heart, consider join in as a coach!

za.pycon.org/beginners-day

31.08.2025 11:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Friends of PyCon Africa
Join us for an engaging livestream celebrating the vibrant Python community across Africa! This isn't your typical webinar – it's a dynamic, fun-filled conve... Friends of PyCon Africa

I'll be taking part in the #FriendsOfPyConAfrica livestream is starting in 1 hour!

It's FREE. And there are prizes!

I'm exited about all the amazing people who are taking part.

www.youtube.com/live/pKnagn...

#Python #PyCon #PyConAfrica #PyConZA

30.08.2025 14:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I'll be taking part in the #FriendsOfPyConAfrica livestream tomorrow. It starts at 17:00 GMT+2

It's FREE. And there are prizes!

I'm exited about all the amazing people who are taking part.

Join the conversation :)
za.pycon.org/friends-of-...

#Python #PyCon #PyConAfrica #PyConZA

29.08.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

As you might know by now, I'm quite involved in this year's #PyConAfrica. There are a lot of interesting things happening. Even if you are not in Africa and wont be able to join our event in person, you might be interested in some of the things we are doing.

www.sheenaoc.com/articles/20...

29.08.2025 08:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Dawn Wages: Python Software Foundation President. Wagtail Core Team Member. Anaconda Director of Community & DevRel

Dawn Wages: Python Software Foundation President. Wagtail Core Team Member. Anaconda Director of Community & DevRel

Tune in to our livestream for a fun-packed experience with an incredible guest lineup!

Dawn Wages will be joining us as a special guest! More to come

Get a Free ticket and join the conversation!
za.pycon.org/friends-of-...

#FriendsOfPyConAfrica #Python #PyConAfrica #PyConZA

25.08.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The official home of the Python Programming Language

I'm running for the board this year. You can see my nomination here:
www.python.org/nominations...

23.08.2025 16:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The official home of the Python Programming Language

The #PSF board elections are here! If you are into #Python then you should really consider signing up as a #PSF member, and casting your vote.

Here's an excellent article about the election process:
www.python.org/nominations...

23.08.2025 16:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I have worked with them in the #PSF Education and Outreach working group and both of them have shown that they have what it takes to become a PSF board member. See their nomination here:

Sheena O'Connell - www.python.org/nominations/...

Abigail Dogbe - www.python.org/nominations/...

(2/3)

21.08.2025 20:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Meet our special guest: Michael Kennedy. Host of "Talk Python to Me" and "Python Bytes" podcasts. Python educator and founder of Talk Python Training.

Meet our special guest: Michael Kennedy. Host of "Talk Python to Me" and "Python Bytes" podcasts. Python educator and founder of Talk Python Training.

Tune in to our livestream for a fun-packed experience with an incredible guest lineup!

Michael Kennedy will be joining us as a special guest! More to come

Get a Free ticket and join the conversation!
za.pycon.org/friends-of-...

#FriendsOfPyConAfrica #Python #PyConAfrica #PyConZA

22.08.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Meet our special guest: Sarah Abderemane. Vice President of Django Software Foundation. Software Engineer at Octopus Energy and Django website contributor.

Meet our special guest: Sarah Abderemane. Vice President of Django Software Foundation. Software Engineer at Octopus Energy and Django website contributor.

Tune in to our livestream for a fun-packed experience with an incredible guest lineup!

Sarah Abderemane will be joining us as a special guest! More to come

Get a Free ticket and join the conversation!
za.pycon.org/friends-of-...

#FriendsOfPyConAfrica #Python #PyConAfrica #PyConZA

22.08.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Meet our special Guest: Carlton Gibson. Ex Django Fellow. Django Steering Council & Security Team Member. Co-host of Django Chat podcast and maintainer of Django REST Framework.

Meet our special Guest: Carlton Gibson. Ex Django Fellow. Django Steering Council & Security Team Member. Co-host of Django Chat podcast and maintainer of Django REST Framework.

Tune in to our livestream for a fun-packed experience with an incredible guest lineup!

Carlton Gibson will be joining us as a special guest! More to come

Get a Free ticket and join the conversation!
za.pycon.org/friends-of-...

#FriendsOfPyConAfrica #Python #PyConAfrica #PyConZA

21.08.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ Keynote speaker announcement: Sheena O’Connell πŸŽ‰

Sheena’s work is at the intersection of software education, careers & community. Amongst her projects is the Guild of Educators, an effort to raise the bar in the tech industry.

We’re thrilled to have you join us, @sheena-oconnell.bsky.social ! πŸš€

01.08.2025 07:24 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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