Re: [BangPypers] First python interview

2013-10-15 Thread Dhananjay Nene
On Tue, Oct 15, 2013 at 11:25 AM, Navin Kabra na...@smriti.com wrote:
 If I were interviewing you, I would not really be checking your python
 knowledge (unless you claimed to be good in Python in your resume). I
 would really check how good you are in Java (your primary language), and
 your general programming and problem solving skills.

+1. I always prefer to ask someone what he is really good at and
assuming one of the interviewing team has good exposure to that go
really deep.

I know this is not an answer to your question, but is more an aside -
interviewing someone who claims limited knowledge or exposure to
something is more often than not a futile exercise unless the
candidate turns out really strong. If the candidate cannot answer the
questions well, it is very hard to reach any reasonable assessment.

So if I was the interviewer, I would really not worry about how much
python you knew, but instead go after your java skills because thats
what you've primarily worked on, and its your java knowledge that
would be the decisive factor.
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Re: [BangPypers] Object Oriented Programming in python

2013-10-15 Thread T S KAMATH
Dear Pranav,

The following video would get you understand better 
http://www.sagemath.org/help-video.html check for Google I_O 2008 - Painless 
Python Part 1  2

Srikanth

On 14-Oct-2013, at 10:16 PM, Pranav Raj pranav09...@hotmail.com wrote:

Hi fellow python lovers, 

I wanted to do OOPS programming in python, but i just found out that there are 
no private variables in python. Does anyone know why python classes have no 
private variables and why python's OOPS concept are a lot different from other 
programming languages?


thank you, Pranav Raj 
  
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Re: [BangPypers] Object Oriented Programming in python

2013-10-15 Thread Dhruv Baldawa
Also take a look at videos by Raymond Hettinger
http://pyvideo.org/speaker/138/raymond-hettinger

--
Dhruv Baldawa
(http://www.dhruvb.com)


On Tue, Oct 15, 2013 at 1:58 PM, T S KAMATH tsk.kam...@gmail.com wrote:

 Dear Pranav,

 The following video would get you understand better
 http://www.sagemath.org/help-video.html check for Google I_O 2008 -
 Painless Python Part 1  2

 Srikanth

 On 14-Oct-2013, at 10:16 PM, Pranav Raj pranav09...@hotmail.com wrote:

 Hi fellow python lovers,

 I wanted to do OOPS programming in python, but i just found out that there
 are no private variables in python. Does anyone know why python classes
 have no private variables and why python's OOPS concept are a lot different
 from other programming languages?


 thank you, Pranav Raj

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Re: [BangPypers] [JOB] DreamWorks Dedicated Unit, Technicolor India: Pipeline Technical Director (TD)

2013-10-15 Thread Nitin Kumar
Hi Sneha,

Can I get the feedback from the panel. Just want to know where is my
process or I am out of the Queue itself :)
Anticipating your reply.

Nitin K


On Wed, Sep 18, 2013 at 2:18 PM, Venkatraman Sneha 
sneha.venkatra...@technicolor.com wrote:

 Openings at DreamWorks Dedicated Unit Technicolor, India (Bangalore)

 About the company:

 DreamWorks Animation is a leading producer of high-quality entertainment
 including CG animated feature films, television series and specials, that
 have included franchises such as Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda. In
 mid-2008, DreamWorks Animation partnered with Technicolor India to create
 DreamWorks Dedicated Unit (DDU), Technicolor India, the first studio for
 DreamWorks Animation outside of the US, with the goal of creating a fully
 functioning studio for DreamWorks Animation in India.

 “...We have transformed over the years from hand-drawn animation to
 computer-generated films to being a leader in 3D entertainment. Our
 strategy has remained the same: to produce great stories that are
 creatively driven and technologically state-of-the-art. In pursuit of this
 goal I’m proud to say that what defines DreamWorks Animation more than
 anything else is the dedication and the expertise of our people.”

 - Jeffrey Katzenberg, CEO, DreamWorks Animation SKG


 The Studio - Life at DDU

 While DDU operates under the HR umbrella of Technicolor India, the
 employees are provided the same world class facilities and work culture
 that has propelled DreamWorks Animation among the “100 Best Companies to
 Work For” by FORTUNE(r) Magazine for four consecutive years and currently
 ranked at #12 in 2013. DDU integrates seamlessly with DreamWorks
 Animation’s other campuses through proprietary tools and technology
 including state-of-the-art video conferencing facilities and review rooms.

 The employees of DDU, led by world class leadership, share a passion to
 tell stories and make movies and bring your most beloved DreamWorks
 characters to life, with an unflinching commitment to delivering the
 highest level of quality that has become the hallmark of DreamWorks
 Animation. It is hence not surprising that DDU attracts a diverse
 collection of artists, technologists, production and corporate staff
 including a sizeable number of international talent from countries such as
 Australia, Belgium, France, Spain, Singapore, Thailand and USA.

 The artists at DDU are currently working on their first full-length
 feature film - ‘Penguins of Madagascar’, after having successfully
 delivered highly rated TV specials such as Merry Madagascar, Scared
 Shrekless, Madly Madagascar, beside adding valuable contributions to
 full-feature animated films such as “Puss In Boots”, “Madagascar 3 -
 Europe’s Most Wanted” and “Rise of the Guardians”.

 In addition to getting to work on the most prized entertainment
 properties, every day DreamWorkers enjoy free breakfast at the studio,
 fitness classes such yoga and pilates, art galleries and more. The training
 department at DDU provides a wide range of artistic and technical training
 to enhance the ongoing development of our employees. To celebrate our films
 and company milestones, DDU has premiere screenings of all of DreamWorks
 Animation’s movies to all employees and their families. At its core, DDU
 celebrates the unique personalities of our employees. We support a diverse
 group of employee interests at work including the DDU Photography group,
 DDU Badminton club, GreenWorks (with Eco friendly members), volunteer
 groups, film club and more.

 At the heart of DDU is the desire to tell great stories and inspire
 audiences. Our company culture encourages our employees to not only create
 but also innovate and, ultimately, have fun while at it!

 Follow these links to see and hear what our employees have to say about
 work and life at the DDU:

 DDU Sizzle reel (life at DDU): http://vimeo.com/32071503

 DDU 2011 Studio reel: http://vimeo.com/20462459

 DDU 2012 Studio reel: http://vimeo.com/50970882



 How is python is used in the company:

 DreamWorks Animation's day to day technical production operations are
 executed using its complex scalable proprietary pipeline, which is almost
 all python based. In addition, almost all the proprietary and third party
 software tools provide a python extension language through pyrex,
 boost.python and pyQt. The NxG pipeline for the studio is a highly scalable
 distributed system with complex taskflow mgmt systems and analytics all
 built on python.



 Pipeline TD Job Description:

 A Technical Director (TD) provides pipeline support for production artists
 and department heads, and enables artist to work more self-sufficiently. A
 TD will design, develop, and implement new tools and processes for a
 particular show or department, as well as triage and debug technical
 issues. A TD is the first line of defense for their department for
 technical issues and is the liaisons with RD and other technology
 

Re: [BangPypers] [JOB] DreamWorks Dedicated Unit, Technicolor India: Pipeline Technical Director (TD)

2013-10-15 Thread Nitin Kumar
Sorry for my last mail.

I wish reply would have gone to the originator and not to the group, the
way it used to work earlier. :(

Sorry for spamming.

Nitin K
On 15-Oct-2013 4:42 PM, Nitin Kumar nitin.n...@gmail.com wrote:

 Hi Sneha,

 Can I get the feedback from the panel. Just want to know where is my
 process or I am out of the Queue itself :)
 Anticipating your reply.

 Nitin K


 On Wed, Sep 18, 2013 at 2:18 PM, Venkatraman Sneha 
 sneha.venkatra...@technicolor.com wrote:

 Openings at DreamWorks Dedicated Unit Technicolor, India (Bangalore)

 About the company:

 DreamWorks Animation is a leading producer of high-quality entertainment
 including CG animated feature films, television series and specials, that
 have included franchises such as Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda. In
 mid-2008, DreamWorks Animation partnered with Technicolor India to create
 DreamWorks Dedicated Unit (DDU), Technicolor India, the first studio for
 DreamWorks Animation outside of the US, with the goal of creating a fully
 functioning studio for DreamWorks Animation in India.

 “...We have transformed over the years from hand-drawn animation to
 computer-generated films to being a leader in 3D entertainment. Our
 strategy has remained the same: to produce great stories that are
 creatively driven and technologically state-of-the-art. In pursuit of this
 goal I’m proud to say that what defines DreamWorks Animation more than
 anything else is the dedication and the expertise of our people.”

 - Jeffrey Katzenberg, CEO, DreamWorks Animation SKG


 The Studio - Life at DDU

 While DDU operates under the HR umbrella of Technicolor India, the
 employees are provided the same world class facilities and work culture
 that has propelled DreamWorks Animation among the “100 Best Companies to
 Work For” by FORTUNE(r) Magazine for four consecutive years and currently
 ranked at #12 in 2013. DDU integrates seamlessly with DreamWorks
 Animation’s other campuses through proprietary tools and technology
 including state-of-the-art video conferencing facilities and review rooms.

 The employees of DDU, led by world class leadership, share a passion to
 tell stories and make movies and bring your most beloved DreamWorks
 characters to life, with an unflinching commitment to delivering the
 highest level of quality that has become the hallmark of DreamWorks
 Animation. It is hence not surprising that DDU attracts a diverse
 collection of artists, technologists, production and corporate staff
 including a sizeable number of international talent from countries such as
 Australia, Belgium, France, Spain, Singapore, Thailand and USA.

 The artists at DDU are currently working on their first full-length
 feature film - ‘Penguins of Madagascar’, after having successfully
 delivered highly rated TV specials such as Merry Madagascar, Scared
 Shrekless, Madly Madagascar, beside adding valuable contributions to
 full-feature animated films such as “Puss In Boots”, “Madagascar 3 -
 Europe’s Most Wanted” and “Rise of the Guardians”.

 In addition to getting to work on the most prized entertainment
 properties, every day DreamWorkers enjoy free breakfast at the studio,
 fitness classes such yoga and pilates, art galleries and more. The training
 department at DDU provides a wide range of artistic and technical training
 to enhance the ongoing development of our employees. To celebrate our films
 and company milestones, DDU has premiere screenings of all of DreamWorks
 Animation’s movies to all employees and their families. At its core, DDU
 celebrates the unique personalities of our employees. We support a diverse
 group of employee interests at work including the DDU Photography group,
 DDU Badminton club, GreenWorks (with Eco friendly members), volunteer
 groups, film club and more.

 At the heart of DDU is the desire to tell great stories and inspire
 audiences. Our company culture encourages our employees to not only create
 but also innovate and, ultimately, have fun while at it!

 Follow these links to see and hear what our employees have to say about
 work and life at the DDU:

 DDU Sizzle reel (life at DDU): http://vimeo.com/32071503

 DDU 2011 Studio reel: http://vimeo.com/20462459

 DDU 2012 Studio reel: http://vimeo.com/50970882



 How is python is used in the company:

 DreamWorks Animation's day to day technical production operations are
 executed using its complex scalable proprietary pipeline, which is almost
 all python based. In addition, almost all the proprietary and third party
 software tools provide a python extension language through pyrex,
 boost.python and pyQt. The NxG pipeline for the studio is a highly scalable
 distributed system with complex taskflow mgmt systems and analytics all
 built on python.



 Pipeline TD Job Description:

 A Technical Director (TD) provides pipeline support for production
 artists and department heads, and enables artist to work more
 self-sufficiently. A TD will design, develop, and implement new 

Re: [BangPypers] First python interview

2013-10-15 Thread ashish makani
Lots of great links  resources !
Thanks Krace for the great reddit links


Time complexity of operations on python data structures might be useful

https://wiki.python.org/moin/TimeComplexity

All the best Avneesh !
Update this thread with the questions you got asked after the interview

cheers
ashish

*The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found
it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle. As with all matters of the heart,
you’ll know when you find it.” - Steve Jobs (1955 - 2011)*


On Tue, Oct 15, 2013 at 12:07 PM, Dhananjay Nene
dhananjay.n...@gmail.comwrote:

 On Tue, Oct 15, 2013 at 11:25 AM, Navin Kabra na...@smriti.com wrote:
  If I were interviewing you, I would not really be checking your python
  knowledge (unless you claimed to be good in Python in your resume). I
  would really check how good you are in Java (your primary language), and
  your general programming and problem solving skills.

 +1. I always prefer to ask someone what he is really good at and
 assuming one of the interviewing team has good exposure to that go
 really deep.

 I know this is not an answer to your question, but is more an aside -
 interviewing someone who claims limited knowledge or exposure to
 something is more often than not a futile exercise unless the
 candidate turns out really strong. If the candidate cannot answer the
 questions well, it is very hard to reach any reasonable assessment.

 So if I was the interviewer, I would really not worry about how much
 python you knew, but instead go after your java skills because thats
 what you've primarily worked on, and its your java knowledge that
 would be the decisive factor.
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[BangPypers] [ANN] CFP: SciPy India 2013: Dec 13 - 15, IIT Bombay

2013-10-15 Thread Hardik Ghaghada
Hello,

The CFP and registration for SciPy India 2013 (http://scipy.in) is
open.  SciPy India 2013 will be held in IIT Bombay between December
13th to December 15th, 2013.

Please spread the word!

SciPy India is an annual conference on using Python for science and
engineering research and education. The conference is currently in its
fifth year and provides an opportunity to learn and implement Python
in education and research.


Call for Papers


We look forward to your submissions on the use of Python for
scientific computing and education. This includes pedagogy,
exploration, modeling and analysis from both applied and
developmental perspectives. We welcome contributions from academia
as well as industry.

For details on the paper submission please see here:

 http://scipy.in/2013/call-for-proposals/

Important Dates


  - Call for proposals end: 24th November 2013
  - List of accepted proposals will be published: 1st December 2013.


We look forward to seeing you at SciPy India.

Regards,
Prabhu Ramachandran and Jarrod Millman
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