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Now we have 3 possible languages to code for a Symbian based mobile phone. We allready knew C++ and Java, but now Python is also available, at least for Series60 devices.

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Python for Series 60 brings the Python programming language to the Series 60 Platform. With Python for Series 60 installed, developers can write Series 60 applications in Python, or embed the Python interpreter into Symbian C++ applications for the platform.

Python for Series 60 is based on Python 2.2.2; However, in addition to supporting many of the Python Standard Library modules, Python for Series 60 includes a number of Platform-specific modules for access to native GUI widgets, Bluetooth and GPRS networking, GSM Location information, SMS Messaging, and more!

Python for Series 60 can be installed onto a supported Series 60 device or into a Series 60 SDK for desktop development.

This software has been tested on the following devices and SDKs:

* Nokia 6630
* Nokia 6600
* Nokia 7610
* Nokia N-Gage QD
* Series 60 2nd Edition SDK for Symbian OS, Supporting Feature Pack 2
* Series 60 SDK 2.1 for Symbian OS
* Series 60 SDK 2.0 for Symbian OS
* Series 60 SDK 1.2 for Symbian OS

Learn more
Python is an Open Source programming language and there are many websites, mailing lists, and published books to help new and experienced developers learn more about the language. The following sites should be a good start for Python developers:
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