PyGTK

PyGTK is a handy tool that helps you use the GTK+ library in your Python programs. It takes care of some of the boring stuff, like managing memory and type casting, which makes coding a lot easier! If you team it up with PyORBit and gnome-python, you can create full-featured Gnome applications without breaking a sweat.

What is GTK+?

GTK+ is a cool GUI toolkit for building graphical apps that work on POSIX systems like Linux, Windows, and even MacOS X (as long as you have an X server installed). It offers a wide range of widgets and supports Unicode and bidirectional text. Plus, it connects to the Gnome Accessibility Framework through the ATK library, making it super user-friendly.

All About Python

Python is an interpreted and interactive programming language that’s really popular. It’s often compared to languages like Tcl, Perl, Scheme, or Java because it packs a punch while keeping things simple. With features like modules, classes, exceptions, high-level dynamic data types, and dynamic typing, it's no wonder why so many people love using Python!

Requirements for PyGTK

The latest version of PyGTK needs GTK+ version 2.0 or higher and Python version 2.2 or higher to get started. So make sure your setup meets these requirements!

Licensing Information

Just like GTK+, PyGTK is licensed under the GNU LGPL. This means it's perfect for both free software projects and proprietary applications. You’ll find it being used in all sorts of applications—from tiny scripts to huge programs with tons of features.

Your Next Steps

If you're excited about diving into developing with PyGTK, check out this link to download!