Python Crash Course, 2nd Edition: A Hands-On, Project-Based Introduction to Programming.
The best-selling Python book in the world, with over 1 million copies sold!
A fast-paced, no-nonsense, updated guide to programming in Python.
If you've been thinking about learning how to code or picking up Python, this internationally bestselling guide to the most popular programming language is your quickest, easiest way to get started and go! Even if you have no experience whatsoever, Python Crash Course, 2nd Edition, will have you writing programs, solving problems, building computer games, and creating data visualizations in no time.
You’ll begin with basic concepts like variables, lists, classes, and loops—with the help of fun skill-strengthening exercises for every topic—then move on to making interactive programs and best practices for testing your code. Later chapters put your new knowledge into play with three cool projects: a 2D Space Invaders-style arcade game, a set of responsive data visualizations you’ll build with Python's handy libraries (Pygame, Matplotlib, Plotly, and Django), and a customized web app you can deploy online.
Why wait any longer? Start your engine and code!
‘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, web 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 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 high school science and math teacher living in Alaska, where he teaches an introductory Python course. He has been writing programs since he was five years old. Eric currently focuses on writing software that addresses inefficiencies in education and brings the benefits of open-source software to the field. In his spare time, he enjoys climbing mountains and spending time with his family.
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