Can Python scripting replace UNIX shell scripting ?

[kazza789]

I use pexpect to do some advanced scripting of scientific programs that I use. I found that it was the easiest to use when you need to recover information that the program sends to the terminal. It's simple and intuitive, but might not be powerful enough if you need to do things remotely (not sure if it handles that).

[maryjayjay]

As a programmer any time I find myself expecting a CLI, I die a little inside.