Python in after effects

hi,
I was wondering if there was a way to create tools in aftereffects using python . I have come across a plugin but the link does not work.
http://msp.sfsu.edu/Instructors/rey/aepage/aeplugs.html
can someone point me in the right direction.
thanks,
sincerely
Amit

A little bit late, but I'm happy to mention that my plug-in, "Omino Python" for After Effects enables some python scripting within After Effects. While you cannot create a self-contained plug-in, you can run a Python script that draws on each frame. Also you can animate parameters on it, as with any other plug-in.
See: http://omino.com/
For now, only Mac OS X on AECS5.
Enjoy!

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