Context
In February 2012, GIMP 2.8 was in active development with its much-awaited single-window interface. Python-Fu, the Python scripting interface built into GIMP, allowed automating complex image processing tasks without going through the graphical interface.
What is this article about?
The article guides the reader through creating GIMP extensions with Python. It covers the Python-Fu environment, scripted manipulation of images and layers, and creating plug-ins accessible from GIMP's menus.
Summary
Create GIMP extensions with Python
