Python 2.1 Bible - Softcover

Tanner, Dave

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764548077 ISBN 13: 9780764548079

Publisher: John Wiley &Sons, 2001

Synopsis

The Python 2.1 Bible provides the only complete Python language reference on the market and includes all the information and software that developers need to use Python as a rapid application development tool.

The Python 2.1 Bible fills a critical void in the Python reference market. Although it includes a complete Python language reference section, it is still geared towards those of you who already have some programming experience. This book explains each piece of technology in depth and shows through clear examples why each feature is useful. This is the manual you've been waiting for -- the one that covers all major Python components without glossing over how the various pieces fit together.

About this title

About the Author

About the Authors Dave Brueck is a professional software developer who loves to use Python whenever possible. His current projects include developing networked games, developing Python interfaces to his stockbroker's C SDK, and plotting to overturn various world governments. Previously Dave was a contributing author to 3D Studio Max R3 Bible by Kelly Murdock, published by Hungry Minds (formerly IDG Books Worldwide). Stephen Tanner is currently using Python to build a black-box software testing framework. His side projects include Python tools to perform probabilistic derivatives-trading analysis, and to download mass quantities of .mp3s. Aside from their "real" jobs, Dave and Stephen enjoy convincing people to pay them big bucks for consulting jobs.

From the Back Cover

If Python 2.1 can do it, you can do it too ... Packed with crystal-clear explanations, hands-on examples, and a complete language reference, this authoritative guide gives you all the tools you need for rapid application development with Python 2.1. From variables, expressions, and other basics to XML, multimedia, and multithreading, Python pros Dave Brueck and Stephen Tanner show you step by step how to master Python components, put them together, and create full-featured applications - in practically no time! Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Python 2.1
* Get up to speed on basics with a quick one-hour tutorial
* Work with Python data types, expressions, and object-oriented features
* Take advantage of Python operating system services and database features
* Create Web-savvy applications that can handle Internet data and parse XML
* Build graphical applications using Tkinter and wxPython
* Process sound and image files
* Harness multithreading, encryption, tokenizing, and other advanced techniques
* Use Python tools to create number-crunching routines and internationalized applications
* Distribute Python applications and modules on a Windows or UNIX system
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Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley &Sons
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764548077
• ISBN 13: 9780764548079
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 768