good stuff, could not find any posts about this yet so check it out:
The Cortex projectaims to provide a set of high quality C++ libraries and Python modules tailored for software development in the visual effects industry. Rather than producing end user tools, the project focuses on creating a reusable set of modules of use to TDs and programmers in a broad range of scenarios - allowing them to focus on the more interesting or innovative aspects of development.
Wow, this really cool stuff, thanks a lot for letting us know!