Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies - Softcover

Mueller, John Paul

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9781119913771: Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1119913772 ISBN 13: 9781119913771
Publisher: For Dummies, 2023

Synopsis

Create simple, easy programs in the popular Python language 

Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies is the trusted way to learn the foundations of programming using the Python programming language. Python is one of the top-ranked languages, and there’s no better way to get started in computer programming than this friendly guide. You’ll learn the basics of coding and the process of creating simple, fun programs right away. This updated edition features new chapters, including coverage of Google Colab, plus expanded information on functions and objects, and new examples and graphics that are relevant to today’s beginning coders. Dummies helps you discover the wealth of things you can achieve with Python. 

  • Employ an online coding environment to avoid installation woes and code anywhere, any time 
  • Learn the basics of programming using the popular Python language 
  • Create easy, fun projects to show off your new coding chops 
  • Fix errors in your code and use Python with external data sets 

Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies will get new programmers started―the easy way. 

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About the Author

John Mueller is an experienced technology writer with more than 100 titles to his name. He has experience with networking, AI, data, and programming. He is the author of the previous editions of Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies and many other For Dummies titles.

From the Back Cover

Take the bite out of learning Python®

Python® is the most-used programming language in the world, and this update keeps you current with the latest changes. But Python offers so much more than serving as a language for people who develop computer programs for a living. For example, if you need to work with a Web service, Python is a great choice. This book can quickly get you up and running performing basic tasks with Python. Emphasizing a code-anywhere approach, the book also shows you how to work with tools like Google Colab to help you quickly learn how to perform useful tasks at your job―even if you’re not a programmer!

Inside…

  • Basic programming in Python
  • Setting up your workflow
  • Storing and managing data
  • Automating repetitive tasks
  • Fixing errors in your code
  • Advanced tasks like emailing
  • Updated coding resources
  • Important Python libraries

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Publisher
For Dummies
Publication date
2023
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1119913772
ISBN 13 
9781119913771
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
3
Number of pages
416
Rating
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