__Python__

So, what can you tell me about Python?
What's your experience with it?
What is it best for?
Is it good for desktop applications using Win32/wxWindows/etc?
How's it for Win32 in particular?
And finally, how does it compare to Perl and PHP in terms of productivity?

Thanks Anonymous

-It has a C/Java-like syntax, but is different in striking ways.  The differences will make you angry at first.  You will not be used to functions and literal strings being objects.
-I've written a bunch of things, including threaded web crawlers/porn downloaders and OS X applications.  All have taken relatively small amounts of time.
-It's best for *cleanly coded* rapid prototyping.
-No idea there, I don't do GUI's.
-Win32 integration is pretty good, see http://starship.python.net/crew/mhammond/win32/
-In terms of quickly writing structured, clean, maintainable code, I've never used a better language.