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Python and XML shows how to program XML applications using Python, an increasingly popular scripting language. The authors aim to introduce XML, but some knowledge of Python is assumed. They make a strong case for Python as a natural partner to XML, being cross-platform, object-oriented, easy to use, and with strong text handling features. In any case, the prevalence of XML means that most Python developers will have to tackle it sooner or later. Together with the Python standard library, the book makes use of PyXML, which greatly extends Python's XML features, and another library called 4Suite. It also demonstrates how to use Microsoft's MSXML parser with Python, when running on Windows.
Starting with an introductory overview, the book goes on to explain XML fundamentals. Next there is a guide to parsing XML, first with SAX and then with the DOM (Document Object Model). XPath queries get a short chapter, followed by a look at XSLT transformations. After that comes validation against DTD's (Document Type Definitions), sending and receiving XML over the Internet, and Python Web Services. Finally, a detailed example explains how to use Python in a distributed XML application.
Both authors are professional Python developers and their book successfully covers the essentials. However, they do a poor job of explaining XML itself and newcomers will want something like XML in a Nutshell alongside this title. With lots of commented code examples, Python and XML has a hands-on feel, making it a sound and practical guide. --Tim Anderson
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"I'll use the word 'practical' again, because that sums up the tone of this book - it's about getting things done, and shows the processes in easy to understand chunks. There aren't great swathes of waffle, but there are plenty of examples. Appendices cover installation of necessary tools and the APIs for SAX and DOM, as well as a guide to MSXML and other Python tools available. Even the index is more comprehensive that the usual effort. Over 340 pages of real, practical, useful info here, well worth reading." - Nick Veitch, LinuxFormat, May 2002 "...does a great job of sticking to real-world, practical applications of these cutting edge technologies." - Martin Howse, LinuxUser & Developer, issue 31
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