This book assumes a good understanding of Python, and how to create Python programs.

This book attempts to explain key PyClutter concepts and introduce some of the more commonly used user interface elements ("actors"). For full API information you should follow the links into the reference documentation. This document covers the API in PyClutter version 1.0.

Each chapter contains very simple examples. These are meant to show the use of the API rather than show an impressive visual result. However, the full example should give some idea of what can be achieved with PyClutter

The PyClutter platform uses techniques found in the PyGTK platform, so you will sometimes wish to refer to the PyGTK documentation.

We would very much like to hear of any problems you have learning PyClutter with this document, and would appreciate input regarding improvements. Please see the Contributing section for further information.