The name and logo were inspired by the Greek Staff of Asclepius, a symbol that is “a serpent-entwined rod wielded by the Greek god Asclepius, a deity associated with healing and medicine ".  (quote from Wikipedia)

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This symbol speaks to us in a few ways:

1. It is snake-like, referring back to Python
2. It is supportive, entwining the staff, rather than the primary object of attention (the staff itself). This reflects the supportive role that Coiled and Dask play in enabling other technologies and workflows. We embrace the humility of supporting others to do their best work.
3. We respect the use of this symbol in medicine and the endeavor to improve the human condition.

This staff is commonly used in medical and aid organizations, such as the World Health Organization.

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