Vampire is an extension module for mod_python which provides a more flexible dispatch mechanism for basic content handlers. Whereas with the standard mod_python handler mechanism, one content handler is generally associated with a whole directory when handling the content delivery phase of servicing a HTTP request, Vampire implements a mechanism for selecting between multiple content handlers associated with distinct resources within a directory.
In addition to this main feature, Vampire also provides an alternative implementation of the mod_python.publisher module along which a range of other useful features which make using mod_python a much more pleasant experience. For further information about Vampire, check out the supplied articles.
Note that the Vampire web site tends to reflect the latest working copy of Vampire as it exists in the source code repository. As such, the documentation on the web site may describe features which are not present in the latest official release. In general though, the documentation lags behind the actual code. You should therefore always consult the list of changes for each version to learn about what features it supports.
If you have any questions about Vampire, it is suggested you subscribe to the mod_python mailing list and ask your question there.
Official releases of Vampire can be downloaded from:
http://www.dscpl.com.au/downloads.html
The source code for the latest working copy of Vampire can be viewed at:
http://svn.dscpl.com.au/vampire/trunk
If you have a subversion client, you can check out the latest working copy of Vampire using the command:
svn co http://svn.dscpl.com.au/vampire/trunk
Vampire is made available under a BSD style license.