Python & also a Java Question

[sist_si]

Hi all,
I'm a seasoned programmer and recently came across an article on Python and it sounded interesting. I quite enjoy dipping into new things and was wondering if anyone had any experience in this on the web and if so, what kind of things can this be put to good use on.

Also, many moons ago at uni I used Java but haven't touched it since. Again, I'd like to dabble into this again as well so was wondering which would be the best place to start & whats the most popular angle to use Java these days.

Cheers!

 

[sist_si]

Hi guys,
cheers for the responses. Both sound like fun. I'd love to help Haircut but I've just not got the time at the mo with work. This is something I'm hoping to make time for in the near future though and just dabble in at the moment.

~J~ : Python does sound really cool. Sounds like it's a great tool for backend managment. From what I've played with, the syntax doesn't seem too difficult either.