# Python API

> > The eXtremeDB Python API consists of a set of classes that encapsulate the low-level C functions which make up the eXtremeDB runtime. The usage of these classes is demonstrated in the Python SDK Samples. For developers new to eXtremeDB, we recommend the Quick Start tutorial to quickly learn the programming fundamentals. See page Runtime Libraries for instructions on setting up the Python application environment and page Application Development in Python for general principles of eXtremeDB application implementation using Python.