Our Topic

Do you struggle to setup and maintain python tool installation across developers machines and servers? Do you wish tool updates were as smooth as a single file replacement? Pex may be the answer you have looking for. Pex is a tool that will generate a single file that contains your python based tools as well as all of its dependencies. Installation becomes as easy as a file copy. This talk will cover how the tool works, how to use it, and some real world examples.

Our Speaker

Spencer Herzberg is contractor working currently in the cloud devops space. His background is software development but slowly moved into ops automation. He loves reducing complexity and loves automation. Outside of work, he spends most of his time with his two little girls and lovely wife and when possible, he works on being a hobbyist woodworker.

Our Location

The Forge is located at 1420 Locust above Django, and across from the Sculpture Park. Enter through the door on the parking lot side of the building, next to Django’s outdoor patio. Once inside head up the stairs. Street parking on Locust is free after 6pm. There is also parking available on the side of the building in the Forge lot after business hours.

Our Sponsors

Pillar Technology

We work with a variety of clients primarily in the Des Moines, Ann Arbor and Columbus regions. We are excited to help the growth of Software Craftsmanship in the Des Moines area. If you would like to join us in disrupting various industries and solving complex business problems, please contact us.

IMT Computer Services

We offer a software as a service platform for mutual insurance companies. We leverage a number of interesting technologies to automate business processes and add value for our customers. If you would like more information feel free to contact matt.morrison@imtapps.com.

Thanks to Pillar for providing our location, drinks, and to IMT Computer Services for providing food.