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Gain a fundamental understanding of Python’s syntax and features with this up–to–date introduction and practical reference. Covering a wide array of Python–related programming topics, including addressing language internals, database integration, network programming, and web services, you’ll be guided by sound development principles. Ten accompanying projects will ensure you can get your hands dirty in no time.

Updated to reflect the latest in Python programming paradigms and several of the most crucial features found in Python 3, Beginning Python also covers advanced topics such as extending Python and packaging/distributing Python applications.

What You'll Learn

  • Become a proficient Python programmer by following along with a friendly, practical guide to the language’s key features
  • Write code faster by learning how to take advantage of advanced features such as magic methods, exceptions, and abstraction
  • Gain insight into modern Python programming paradigms including testing, documentation, packaging, and distribution
  • Learn by following along with ten interesting projects, including a P2P file–sharing application, chat client, video game, remote text editor, and more

Who This Book Is For
Programmers, novice and otherwise, seeking a comprehensive introduction to the Python programming language.

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“Hetland’s Beginning Python is an excellent book for individuals new to programming or those with intermediate programming skills. … Throughout the book, he presents a number of examples that are easy to implement and illustrate various aspects of the discussed topic. … the text is strongly recommended for those seeking to learn the Python language. Summing Up: Highly recommended. Lower- and upper-division undergraduates; general readers.” (D. B. Mason, Choice, Vol. 55 (1), September, 2017)

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Gain a fundamental understanding of Python’s syntax and features with this up–to–date introduction and practical reference. Covering a wide array of Python–related programming topics, including addressing language internals, database integration, network programming, and web services, you’ll be guided by sound development principles. Ten accompanying projects will ensure you can get your hands dirty in no time.

Updated to reflect the latest in Python programming paradigms and several of the most crucial features found in Python 3, Beginning Python also covers advanced topics such as extending Python and packaging/distributing Python applications.

You will:

  • Become a proficient Python programmer by following along with a friendly, practical guide to the language’s key features
  • Write code faster by learning how to take advantage of advanced features such as magic methods, exceptions, and abstraction
  • Gain insight into modern Python programming paradigms including testing, documentation, packaging, and distribution
  • Learn by following along with ten interesting projects, including a P2P file–sharing application, chat client, video game, remote text editor, and more

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1484200292
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Apress
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 10, 2017
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Third
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 559 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781484200292
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1484200292
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.15 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.01 x 1.28 x 10 inches
  • Best Sellers Rank: #1,597,763 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 out of 5 stars (51)

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