The no-nonsense way to get started coding in the Python programming language
Python Essentials For Dummies is a quick reference to all the core concepts in Python, the multifaceted general-purpose language used for everything from building websites to creating apps. This book gets right to the point, with no excess review, wordy explanations, or fluff, making it perfect as a desk reference on the job or as a brush-up as you expand your skills in related areas. Focusing on just the essential topics you need to know to brush up or level up your Python skill, this is the reliable little book you can always turn to for answers.
Get a quick and thorough intro to the basic concepts of coding in Python Review what you've already learned or pick up essential new skills Create websites, software, machine learning, and automation for school or work Keep this concise reference book handy for jogging your memory as you code
This portable Dummies Essentials book focuses on the key topics you need to know about the popular Python language. Great for supplementing a course, reviewing for a certification, or staying knowledgeable on the job.
By:
John C. Shovic (University of Idaho),
Alan Simpson
Imprint: For Dummies
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions:
Height: 206mm,
Width: 137mm,
Spine: 13mm
Weight: 181g
ISBN: 9781394263479
ISBN 10: 1394263473
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 20 May 2024
Audience:
General/trade
,
ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction 1 Chapter 1: Starting with Python 3 Chapter 2: Using Interactive Mode, Getting Help, and Writing Apps 11 Chapter 3: Python Elements and Syntax 21 Chapter 4: Building Your First Python Application 27 Chapter 5: Working with Numbers, Text, and Dates 41 Chapter 6: Controlling the Action 63 Chapter 7: Speeding Along with Lists and Tuples 75 Chapter 8: Wrangling Bigger Chunks of Code 89 Chapter 9: Sidestepping Errors 103 Chapter 10: Working with External Files 117 Chapter 11: Juggling JSON Data 129 Chapter 12: Interacting with the Internet 145 Chapter 13: Libraries, Packages, and Modules 159 Chapter 14: The Ten Most Essential Aspects of Python 169 Index 173
John C. Shovic, PhD, is a computer science faculty member specializing in robotics and artificial intelligence at the University of Idaho. Alan Simpson is a web development professional and prolific tech author with more than 100 publications to his credit.
