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

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