Loren
@lorencrary.bsky.social
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TLDR; The PSF has made the decision to put our community and our shared diversity, equity, and inclusion values ahead of seeking $1.5M in new revenue. Please read and share. pyfound.blogspot.com/2025/10/NSF-...
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The official home of the Python Programming Language
www.python.org
@sethmlarson.dev and I went through months of intense, complex work to climb a steep and slippery learning curve, only to be stopped short at the very end by a hard ethical line we couldn't cross—it was gut-wrenching.
I'm proud of what we did and I'm proud of what we didn't do.
I'm proud of what we did and I'm proud of what we didn't do.
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This is @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social transition Committee on Technology. This is a very, VERY good sign y'all. It's a who's who of tech justice luminaries with solid grassroots connections and deep policy experience <3
November 25, 2025 at 6:41 PM
This is @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social transition Committee on Technology. This is a very, VERY good sign y'all. It's a who's who of tech justice luminaries with solid grassroots connections and deep policy experience <3
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Meet the chairs! Get to know @juanitagomezr.bsky.social and @sethmlarson.dev, the inaugural chairs for #PyConUS's new Trailblazing Python Security track.
Bonus tips: Insider advice on great topics for a talk proposal—whether you are a "security expert" or not🐍🔒
www.youtube.com/shorts/MDiba...
Bonus tips: Insider advice on great topics for a talk proposal—whether you are a "security expert" or not🐍🔒
www.youtube.com/shorts/MDiba...
Learn more about the new Trailblazing Python Security talk track at PyCon US 2026
Trailblazing Python Security track co-chairs Juanita Gomez and Seth Larson break down the new security talk track happening at #PyConUS 2026. PyCon US, the largest and longest-running conference about Python, will be taking place May 13 - 19, 2026, with the. main talk track days on May 15-17, in Long Beach, California. If you're interested in submitting a talk, the deadline for submissions is Dec 19, 2026. More info available at https://us.pycon.org/2026/speaking/talks/
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November 25, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Meet the chairs! Get to know @juanitagomezr.bsky.social and @sethmlarson.dev, the inaugural chairs for #PyConUS's new Trailblazing Python Security track.
Bonus tips: Insider advice on great topics for a talk proposal—whether you are a "security expert" or not🐍🔒
www.youtube.com/shorts/MDiba...
Bonus tips: Insider advice on great topics for a talk proposal—whether you are a "security expert" or not🐍🔒
www.youtube.com/shorts/MDiba...
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I talk about her in my Black abolitionists of NYC walking tour and usually no one has heard of her but she was Rosa Parks on the bus 100 years before that incident.
In 1855 Elizabeth Jennings Graham brought a suit that initiated the desegregation of NYC transit. Raised by politically active parents (her was mother formerly enslaved, her entrepreneur father was awarded a patent in 1821) Ms. Graham was a teacher, organist, & kindergarten founder.
November 25, 2025 at 2:03 PM
I talk about her in my Black abolitionists of NYC walking tour and usually no one has heard of her but she was Rosa Parks on the bus 100 years before that incident.
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The PSF Grants Program has supported #Python conferences around the globe, helping make events more welcoming & accessible for all- because Python is for everyone. While the program is on pause, your support moves us closer to bringing it back.
💝 Donate: donate.python.org/
#PythonForEveryone
💝 Donate: donate.python.org/
#PythonForEveryone
November 25, 2025 at 10:45 AM
The PSF Grants Program has supported #Python conferences around the globe, helping make events more welcoming & accessible for all- because Python is for everyone. While the program is on pause, your support moves us closer to bringing it back.
💝 Donate: donate.python.org/
#PythonForEveryone
💝 Donate: donate.python.org/
#PythonForEveryone
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#OpenSourceSecurity has a chat with @sethmlarson.dev about @python.org security
Seth has a new whitepaper, there's a CFP open (which you should submit a paper to), and some discussion about the PSF grant situation
It's always fun to chat with Seth, I learn a ton every time!
Seth has a new whitepaper, there's a CFP open (which you should submit a paper to), and some discussion about the PSF grant situation
It's always fun to chat with Seth, I learn a ton every time!
Python Security with Seth Larson
In this episode Seth Larson gives us a cornucopia of topics relating to Python security. Seth discusses the Python Software Foundation’s decision to reject a significant grant NSF. Diversity is a big ...
opensourcesecurity.io
November 24, 2025 at 3:58 PM
#OpenSourceSecurity has a chat with @sethmlarson.dev about @python.org security
Seth has a new whitepaper, there's a CFP open (which you should submit a paper to), and some discussion about the PSF grant situation
It's always fun to chat with Seth, I learn a ton every time!
Seth has a new whitepaper, there's a CFP open (which you should submit a paper to), and some discussion about the PSF grant situation
It's always fun to chat with Seth, I learn a ton every time!
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We’re already at 93% of our fundraiser goal- WOW!! Thanks to each of you for showing up to support #PythonForEveryone! Check out our new blog post to learn more about the fundraiser, how you can help us hit 100%, and what we're planning if we hit our goal early: pyfound.blogspot.com/2025/11/pyth...
November 24, 2025 at 3:50 PM
We’re already at 93% of our fundraiser goal- WOW!! Thanks to each of you for showing up to support #PythonForEveryone! Check out our new blog post to learn more about the fundraiser, how you can help us hit 100%, and what we're planning if we hit our goal early: pyfound.blogspot.com/2025/11/pyth...
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🚨 FRESH, LIMITED TIME DEAL: Get 30% off PyCharm Pro + a free tier of AI Assistant! ALL proceeds go to the PSF, thanks to @jetbrains.com. Offer ends December 12th so don't wait, grab yours today!
lp.jetbrains.com/support-python/
#Python="/hashtag/PythonForEveryone" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#PythonForEveryone #Python
lp.jetbrains.com/support-python/
#Python="/hashtag/PythonForEveryone" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#PythonForEveryone #Python
Support Python With JetBrains
Purchase PyCharm at 30% OFF, and have all the proceeds of your purchase donated to support Python.
lp.jetbrains.com
November 24, 2025 at 3:50 PM
🚨 FRESH, LIMITED TIME DEAL: Get 30% off PyCharm Pro + a free tier of AI Assistant! ALL proceeds go to the PSF, thanks to @jetbrains.com. Offer ends December 12th so don't wait, grab yours today!
lp.jetbrains.com/support-python/
#Python="/hashtag/PythonForEveryone" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#PythonForEveryone #Python
lp.jetbrains.com/support-python/
#Python="/hashtag/PythonForEveryone" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#PythonForEveryone #Python
okay I voted for Zohran, but I didn't know he was, like, an actual wizard?
November 21, 2025 at 10:19 PM
okay I voted for Zohran, but I didn't know he was, like, an actual wizard?
I'm honored to be a "help I need to get this cat into his bag" friend
November 21, 2025 at 9:52 PM
I'm honored to be a "help I need to get this cat into his bag" friend
personal update: i can see all my tabs.
did you know you can exceed the number of tabs chrome will display
November 20, 2025 at 11:13 PM
personal update: i can see all my tabs.
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As the PSF faces some tough financial decisions, they may not be able to fund as much next year, so we’re turning to our community for help to ensure these vital grants continue.
This #GivingTuesday (Dec 2), please donate at to keep grants—and our community—open to all!
This #GivingTuesday (Dec 2), please donate at to keep grants—and our community—open to all!
November 19, 2025 at 6:05 PM
As the PSF faces some tough financial decisions, they may not be able to fund as much next year, so we’re turning to our community for help to ensure these vital grants continue.
This #GivingTuesday (Dec 2), please donate at to keep grants—and our community—open to all!
This #GivingTuesday (Dec 2), please donate at to keep grants—and our community—open to all!
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I donated (and matched donations with friends) because the PSF has the values and the moral backbone to put humans first and treat everyone in the community with dignity, respect, and opportunity to make the world a better place for each other. 💛💙
https://fosstodon.org/@ThePSF/115581560407285011
https://fosstodon.org/@ThePSF/115581560407285011
Python Software Foundation (@[email protected])
Attached: 1 image We're already over 80% of our fundraiser goal 🥰 🥰 So many of you have already donated, & the PSF is overflowing with hope & gratitude from your generosity. Want to help us hit 100%+? Repost this & tell us why you donated- your story makes an impact! https://donate.python.org/ #Python #PythonForEveryone
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November 20, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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I love you all
Today you should send love to your trans friends. Tomorrow, too. Maybe every day for a while.
August 2, 2025 at 2:44 AM
I love you all
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🚨 New for #PyConUS 2026! 🚀
We’re adding 2 dedicated Talk tracks:
🔒 Trailblazing Python Security – making Python & PyPI safer
🤖 The Future of AI with Python – AI tools, ethics, & learning
Submit your talk before December 19! pycon.blogspot.com/2025/11/trai...
We’re adding 2 dedicated Talk tracks:
🔒 Trailblazing Python Security – making Python & PyPI safer
🤖 The Future of AI with Python – AI tools, ethics, & learning
Submit your talk before December 19! pycon.blogspot.com/2025/11/trai...
Join us in “Trailblazing Python Security” at PyCon US 2026
PyCon US 2026 is coming to Long Beach, California ! PyCon US is the premiere conference for the Python programming language in North Americ...
pycon.blogspot.com
November 18, 2025 at 4:21 PM
🚨 New for #PyConUS 2026! 🚀
We’re adding 2 dedicated Talk tracks:
🔒 Trailblazing Python Security – making Python & PyPI safer
🤖 The Future of AI with Python – AI tools, ethics, & learning
Submit your talk before December 19! pycon.blogspot.com/2025/11/trai...
We’re adding 2 dedicated Talk tracks:
🔒 Trailblazing Python Security – making Python & PyPI safer
🤖 The Future of AI with Python – AI tools, ethics, & learning
Submit your talk before December 19! pycon.blogspot.com/2025/11/trai...
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#Python workshops embody what we believe: Python is for everyone.
The PSF has supported 100's of workshops over the years- our Grants Program is paused, but your support helps pave the way for its return.
Help us reach our goal 💝 donate today: donate.python.org/
#PythonForEveryone
The PSF has supported 100's of workshops over the years- our Grants Program is paused, but your support helps pave the way for its return.
Help us reach our goal 💝 donate today: donate.python.org/
#PythonForEveryone
November 19, 2025 at 11:53 AM
#Python workshops embody what we believe: Python is for everyone.
The PSF has supported 100's of workshops over the years- our Grants Program is paused, but your support helps pave the way for its return.
Help us reach our goal 💝 donate today: donate.python.org/
#PythonForEveryone
The PSF has supported 100's of workshops over the years- our Grants Program is paused, but your support helps pave the way for its return.
Help us reach our goal 💝 donate today: donate.python.org/
#PythonForEveryone
Have you spoken at a tech conference before? Help someone out who hasn't—yet!
#PyConUS 2026 needs mentors!! We have 40 more proposal submitters seeking support than volunteer mentors. Help us close that gap and sign up for the Proposal Mentorship Program today!
🗓 Deadline: Nov 21, 2025
👉 Sign up: forms.gle/wtuXm1Jvqj8i...
ℹ️ Info: us.pycon.org/2026/speakin...
🗓 Deadline: Nov 21, 2025
👉 Sign up: forms.gle/wtuXm1Jvqj8i...
ℹ️ Info: us.pycon.org/2026/speakin...
November 20, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Have you spoken at a tech conference before? Help someone out who hasn't—yet!
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We're already over 80% of our fundraiser goal 🥰 🥰 So many of you have already donated, & the PSF is overflowing with hope & gratitude from your generosity.
Want to help us hit 100%+? Repost this & tell us why you donated- your story makes an impact!
donate.python.org/
#Python #PythonForEveryone
Want to help us hit 100%+? Repost this & tell us why you donated- your story makes an impact!
donate.python.org/
#Python #PythonForEveryone
November 20, 2025 at 10:31 AM
We're already over 80% of our fundraiser goal 🥰 🥰 So many of you have already donated, & the PSF is overflowing with hope & gratitude from your generosity.
Want to help us hit 100%+? Repost this & tell us why you donated- your story makes an impact!
donate.python.org/
#Python #PythonForEveryone
Want to help us hit 100%+? Repost this & tell us why you donated- your story makes an impact!
donate.python.org/
#Python #PythonForEveryone
did you know you can exceed the number of tabs chrome will display
November 19, 2025 at 10:25 PM
did you know you can exceed the number of tabs chrome will display
Oh how I like a punny payoff
How much is your company spending to support the Python Software Foundation?
For comparison, how much do they spend for tips on expensed meals?
The PSF runs PyPI, where pip installs from. You depend on PyPI.
Fund the PSF. Tip your server!
www.python.org/psf/sponsors...
For comparison, how much do they spend for tips on expensed meals?
The PSF runs PyPI, where pip installs from. You depend on PyPI.
Fund the PSF. Tip your server!
www.python.org/psf/sponsors...
Sponsor the PSF
The official home of the Python Programming Language
www.python.org
November 19, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Oh how I like a punny payoff
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periodic reminder of the existence of Atkinson Hyperlegible, a free font available from the Braille Institute designed to improve readability for people with low vision
I use it in talks because it's pretty and also because, as an audience member, I am perpetually squinting at people's slides
I use it in talks because it's pretty and also because, as an audience member, I am perpetually squinting at people's slides
Atkinson Hyperlegible Font - Braille Institute
Read easier with Atkinson Hyperlegible Font, crafted for low-vision readers. Download for free and enjoy clear letters and numbers on your computer!
www.brailleinstitute.org
November 17, 2025 at 4:19 AM
periodic reminder of the existence of Atkinson Hyperlegible, a free font available from the Braille Institute designed to improve readability for people with low vision
I use it in talks because it's pretty and also because, as an audience member, I am perpetually squinting at people's slides
I use it in talks because it's pretty and also because, as an audience member, I am perpetually squinting at people's slides
We’re slithering our way towards our π in the sky goal 😁
Python hit 3.14 this year, so the PSF's 2025 fundraiser goal is naturally set to $314,159.26 😌
Make sure you're a part of this π/🐍/🥧 themed year by joining the community to help us hit that $100Kπ goal!
Donate or become a member today 👉 donate.python.org
#Python #PythonForEveryone
Make sure you're a part of this π/🐍/🥧 themed year by joining the community to help us hit that $100Kπ goal!
Donate or become a member today 👉 donate.python.org
#Python #PythonForEveryone
November 17, 2025 at 3:17 PM
We’re slithering our way towards our π in the sky goal 😁
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📣 Keynote Announcement!
We’re thrilled to welcome Abigail Afi Gbadago as a #PyLadiesCon Keynote Speaker! 💜
She’ll present “Beyond Code: Building Careers, Growing Inclusive Communities.” — a talk that reminds us why many of us came for the code but stayed for the community.
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We’re thrilled to welcome Abigail Afi Gbadago as a #PyLadiesCon Keynote Speaker! 💜
She’ll present “Beyond Code: Building Careers, Growing Inclusive Communities.” — a talk that reminds us why many of us came for the code but stayed for the community.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:00 PM
📣 Keynote Announcement!
We’re thrilled to welcome Abigail Afi Gbadago as a #PyLadiesCon Keynote Speaker! 💜
She’ll present “Beyond Code: Building Careers, Growing Inclusive Communities.” — a talk that reminds us why many of us came for the code but stayed for the community.
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We’re thrilled to welcome Abigail Afi Gbadago as a #PyLadiesCon Keynote Speaker! 💜
She’ll present “Beyond Code: Building Careers, Growing Inclusive Communities.” — a talk that reminds us why many of us came for the code but stayed for the community.
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I hope anon see this—It’s a strange feeling to feel so grateful and have no one to express it to.
So, whoever you are: Thank you.
I hope anon see this—It’s a strange feeling to feel so grateful and have no one to express it to.
So, whoever you are: Thank you.
We're blown away- the PSF received an anonymous $100k donation 🤯🥰 Thank you, anon, for your investment in #Python, its community, and the PSF. We are deeply grateful and committed to using every dollar to make a difference.
Want to join in? Donate today: donate.python.org
#PythonForEveryone
Want to join in? Donate today: donate.python.org
#PythonForEveryone
November 14, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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I hope anon see this—It’s a strange feeling to feel so grateful and have no one to express it to.
So, whoever you are: Thank you.
I hope anon see this—It’s a strange feeling to feel so grateful and have no one to express it to.
So, whoever you are: Thank you.
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Python is a beautiful language - we all agree on that.
To uphold its values, such as inclusion, diversity, and equity, the PSF had to decline a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. government.
That’s why I became a PSF supporting member. Become one too, if you can afford it.
To uphold its values, such as inclusion, diversity, and equity, the PSF had to decline a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. government.
That’s why I became a PSF supporting member. Become one too, if you can afford it.
TLDR; The PSF has made the decision to put our community and our shared diversity, equity, and inclusion values ahead of seeking $1.5M in new revenue. Please read and share. pyfound.blogspot.com/2025/10/NSF-...
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The official home of the Python Programming Language
www.python.org
November 13, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Python is a beautiful language - we all agree on that.
To uphold its values, such as inclusion, diversity, and equity, the PSF had to decline a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. government.
That’s why I became a PSF supporting member. Become one too, if you can afford it.
To uphold its values, such as inclusion, diversity, and equity, the PSF had to decline a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. government.
That’s why I became a PSF supporting member. Become one too, if you can afford it.
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Join the Python Software Foundation (PSF) end-of-year fundraiser - your donations and memberships keep the PSF, the Python community, and the language stay strong and sustainable. Python is for everyone, thanks to you! donate.python.org
PSF Fundraiser 2025
The Python Software Foundation is the charitable organization behind the Python programming language.
donate.python.org
November 13, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Join the Python Software Foundation (PSF) end-of-year fundraiser - your donations and memberships keep the PSF, the Python community, and the language stay strong and sustainable. Python is for everyone, thanks to you! donate.python.org