Chapter 1
Why Python Forensics?
Abstract
This chapter sets the stage and expectations for the book. Specifically, this chapter addresses why Python is the right development environment to address the immediate challenges facing digital investigators. We address the gap that exists between computer and social science and how bringing these two very important groups together will serve as a catalyst for new innovations.
Keywords
Python
Forensics
Computer science
Social science
Daubert
Data
Semantics
Test-then code
The digital crime scene
Platform independent
Open source
Developer community
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