Python Tools for Visual Studio 1.1 Alpha now with support for Kinect

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We’re pleased to announce the release of Python Tools for Visual Studio 1.1 Alpha. Python Tools for Visual Studio (PTVS) is an open-source plug-in for Visual Studio which supports programming with the Python programming language.

Python Tools for Visual Studio – an open source (Apache) & free plug-in that turns VS into a world-class Python development environment.

Python Tools for Visual Studio - has a cool feature for students/academics: PyKinect, which enables writing Kinect games using Python!

Project Link:  https://pytools.codeplex.com

C9 video: https://channel9.msdn.com/Blogs/Charles/Announcing-Python-Tools-for-Visual-Studio-11-Alpha

What’s new?

1. Over 100 bug fixes and new small features: https://pytools.codeplex.com/releases/view/69667

2. Pyvot – A Python to/from Excel connector:  https://pytools.codeplex.com/wikipage?title=Pyvot

3. PyKinect – Write Kinect games using Python! : https://pytools.codeplex.com/wikipage?title=PyKinect