Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies, 2nd Edition - Brossura

Mueller

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ISBN 10: 1119457890 ISBN 13: 9781119457893

Casa editrice: For Dummies, 2018

Riassunto

The easy way to learn programming fundamentals with Python

Python is a remarkably powerful and dynamic programming language that's used in a wide variety of application domains. Some of its key distinguishing features include a very clear, readable syntax, strong introspection capabilities, intuitive object orientation, and natural expression of procedural code. Plus, Python features full modularity, supporting hierarchical packages, exception-based error handling, and modules easily written in C, C++, Java, R, or .NET languages, such as C#. In addition, Python supports a number of coding styles that include: functional, imperative, object-oriented, and procedural.

Due to its ease of use and flexibility, Python is constantly growing in popularity—and now you can wear your programming hat with pride and join the ranks of the pros with the help of this guide. Inside, expert author John Paul Mueller gives a complete step-by-step overview of all there is to know about Python. From performing common and advanced tasks, to collecting data, to interacting with package—this book covers it all!

• Use Python to create and run your first application
• Find out how to troubleshoot and fix errors
• Learn to work with Anaconda and use Magic Functions
• Benefit from completely updated and revised information since the last edition

If you've never used Python or are new to programming in general, Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies is a helpful resource that will set you up for success.

Su questo libro

L'autore

John Paul Mueller is a freelance author and technical editor with more than 107 books and 600 articles to his credit. His subjects range from networking and artificial intelligence to database management and heads-down programming. He also consults and writes certification exams. Visit his website at http://www.johnmuellerbooks.com/.

Dalla quarta di copertina

• Use Python to create and run your first application
• Understand ways to troubleshoot and fix errors
• Learn to work with Anaconda® and use Magic Functions

Make programming easy and fun with Python

Power-packed and dynamic, Python is a programming language that's used in a variety of applications and designed for true platform independence. That makes it a great tool for beginning programmers, especially if you want to learn quickly in order to use the language in your "real" job. With the step-by-step instructions in this book, you'll grasp the basics in no time. Discover how you can use literate programming with Jupyter Notebook to create a kind of presentation of code, notes, math equations, and graphics.

Inside...

• Download and install Python
• Use the command line
• Understand and use Jupyter Notebook
• Discover Python coding basics
• Collect different types of data
• Interact with packages
• Create and manage lists
• Find and resolve errors

Dettagli dell?edizione

• Editore: For Dummies
• Data di pubblicazione: 2018
• ISBN 10: 1119457890
• ISBN 13: 9781119457893
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Lingua: Inglese
• Numero edizione: 2
• Numero di pagine: 408