Heinrich Kruger – författare

Get up and running with Python 3.9 through concise tutorials and practical projects in this fully updated third edition.Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format.Key FeaturesExtensively revised with richer examples, Python 3.9 syntax, and new chapters on APIs and packaging and distributing Python codeDiscover how to think like a Python programmerLearn the fundamentals of Python through real-world projects in API development, GUI programming, and data scienceBook DescriptionLearn Python Programming, Third Edition is both a theoretical and practical introduction to Python, an extremely flexible and powerful programming language that can be applied to many disciplines. This book will make learning Python easy and give you a thorough understanding of the language. You'll learn how to write programs, build modern APIs, and work with data by using renowned Python data science libraries.This revised edition covers the latest updates on API management, packaging applications, and testing. There is also broader coverage of context managers and an updated data science chapter.The book empowers you to take ownership of writing your software and become independent in fetching the resources you need. You will have a clear idea of where to go and how to build on what you have learned from the book.Through examples, the book explores a wide range of applications and concludes by building real-world Python projects based on the concepts you have learned.What you will learnGet Python up and running on Windows, Mac, and LinuxWrite elegant, reusable, and efficient code in any situationAvoid common pitfalls like duplication, complicated design, and over-engineeringUnderstand when to use the functional or object-oriented approach to programmingBuild a simple API with FastAPI and program GUI applications with TkinterGet an initial overview of more complex topics such as data persistence and cryptographyFetch, clean, and manipulate data, making efficient use of Python's built-in data structuresWho this book is forThis book is for everyone who wants to learn Python from scratch, as well as experienced programmers looking for a reference book. Prior knowledge of basic programming concepts will help you follow along, but it’s not a prerequisite.

This edition offers updated content covering Python 3.9 to 3.12, new chapters on type hinting and CLI applications, and expanded practical examples, making it the ideal resource for both new and experienced Python programmersKey FeaturesCreate and deploy APIs and CLI applications, leveraging Python’s strengths in scripting and automationStay current with the latest features and improvements in Python, including pattern matching and the latest exception handling syntaxEngage with new real-world examples and projects, including competitive programming problems, to solidify your understanding of PythonBook DescriptionLearn Python Programming, Fourth Edition, provides a comprehensive, up-to-date introduction to Python programming, covering fundamental concepts and practical applications. This edition has been meticulously updated to include the latest features from Python versions 3.9 to 3.12, new chapters on type hinting and CLI applications, and updated examples reflecting modern Python web development practices. This Python book empowers you to take ownership of writing your software and become independent in fetching the resources you need. By the end of this book, you will have a clear idea of where to go and how to build on what you have learned from the book.Through examples, the book explores a wide range of applications and concludes by building real-world Python projects based on the concepts you have learned. This Python book offers a clear and practical guide to mastering Python and applying it effectively in various domains, such as data science, web development, and automation.What you will learnInstall and set up Python on Windows, Mac, and LinuxWrite elegant, reusable, and efficient codeAvoid common pitfalls such as duplication and over-engineeringUse functional and object-oriented programming approaches appropriatelyBuild APIs with FastAPI and program CLI applicationsUnderstand data persistence and cryptography for secure applicationsManipulate data efficiently using Python's built-in data structuresPackage your applications for distribution via the Python Package Index (PyPI)Solve competitive programming problems with PythonWho this book is forThis Python programming book is for everyone who wants to learn Python from scratch, as well as experienced programmers looking for a reference book. Prior knowledge of basic programming concepts will help you follow along, but it’s not a prerequisite.