Python Crash Course, 2nd Edition: A Hands-On, Project-Based Introduction to Programming

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From the Publisher

‘Terrific’

“With a patient and experienced pedagogical style, and a combination of thorough language instruction and plenty of illustrative sample code, Python Crash Course is a terrific way to begin learning computer programming in general and the Python language in particular.”

—Michael J. Ross, net developer and former Slashdot contributor

‘Well Thought Out’

“All of these projects are well thought out and presented in such a way that learning the subject matter and implementing it is much more an enjoyable pastime rather than an onerous task that must be completed. Eric took the time to deal with some rather complex projects and lay them out in a consistent, logical and pleasant manner that draws the reader into the subject willingly.”

—Full Circle Magazine

‘Teaches Clean Programming’

“While Python Crash Course uses Python to teach you to code, it also teaches clean programming skills that apply to most other languages.”

—Great Lakes Geek

About the Author

Eric Matthes is a highschool science and math instructor dwelling in Alaska, the place he teaches an introductory Python course. He has been writing packages since he was 5 years outdated. Eric at the moment focuses on writing software program that addresses inefficiencies in training and brings the advantages of open supply software program to the sphere of training. In his spare time he enjoys climbing mountains and spending time along with his household.

User expertise stage
Beginner Beginner Beginner Beginner to Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate

For readers who need
A light, kid-friendly introduction to Python A fast-paced, thorough introduction to Python A sensible information to utilizing Python for automating tedious duties A fast and simple means to evaluation Python fundamentals, vocabulary, syntax and extra Fun, entertaining initiatives to take your Python expertise to the subsequent stage Expert, sensible recommendation and tutorials to good your skilled Python expertise

Compatible with Python model
Python 3 Python 3 Python 3 Python 3 Python 3 Python 2 & 3

Special options
Kid-friendly, full-color code and illustrations Covers Django, matplotlib and plotly, and pygame Covers working with recordsdata en masse, automating emails and texts, scraping the net, and extra Flash card format; contains workouts and challenges to check and hone your expertise Covers modules like pygame, Pylint, pydocstyle, tkinter, python-docx, matplotlib, and pillow Covers highly effective strategies like utilizing turbines, dealing with time zones, and making use of practical programming

Page rely
344 pages 544 pages 592 pages 101 playing cards 424 pages 240 pages

About the Publisher

No Starch Press has revealed the best in geek leisure since 1994, creating each well timed and timeless titles like Python Crash Course, Python for Kids, How Linux Works, and Hacking: The Art of Exploitation. An unbiased, San Francisco-based publishing firm, No Starch Press focuses on a curated listing of well-crafted books that make a distinction. They publish on many matters, together with pc programming, cybersecurity, working programs, and LEGO. The titles have persona, the authors are passionate consultants, and all of the content material goes by in depth editorial and technical opinions. Long recognized for its enjoyable, fearless strategy to know-how, No Starch Press has earned broad assist from STEM fanatics worldwide.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ No Starch Press; 2nd version (May 3, 2019)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 544 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1593279280
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1593279288
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 12 years and up
Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 1050L
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.3 kilos
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 1.25 x 9.25 inches