8.4. IronPython and the CLR

So far, we’ve focused on navigating the .NET framework and the Python language, emphasizing the skills you need to make effective use of IronPython. But not all .NET concepts map easily to Python concepts—certain corners of .NET can’t be brought directly into Python. This section looks at some of these dusty corners and how they work in IronPython. Most of the things we explore are simple; but, even if they’re easy, you need to know the trick in order to use them.

The first line of IronPython/CLR integration is the clr module; in several of the corners we look in, you’ll find new clr module functionality. As well as covering some interesting topics, this section will be a useful reference as you encounter these situations in the wild.