Episode 4, Everything Python - Trusted Publishers & Authors

Welcome to Episode Four of the ActiveState Podcast Series, diving deep into everything Python with our trusted publishers and authors. Join host Pete Garcin, director of product at ActiveState, along with software engineer and Python specialist Jeremy Page, as they unravel the latest in the Python ecosystem and explore the advancements in trusted publishing initiatives. Uncover the importance of trusted entities like ActiveState in securing your packages without the hassle of passwords. Pete and Jeremy shed light on the significance of organizations, short-lived tokens and the evolution of trusted publishing that is revolutionizing the Python community. Whether you're a seasoned Python developer or just stepping into the world of coding, this episode is packed with technical expertise and valuable insights that will elevate your Python experience. 00:00 Introduction to Episode Four 00:28 Understanding Trusted Publishing 02:04 Security Benefits of Trusted Publishing 03:34 Workflow Improvements with Trusted Publishing 04:36 Provenance and Supply Chain Security 11:08 Short-Lived Tokens and Security 12:51 Origins of Trusted Publishing 14:02 Building and Testing Python Packages 17:26 ActiveState Platform for Python Authors 18:13 Conclusion and Next Steps