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[Updated 2026 Edition] Feeling stuck in your current career? Wondering if it's too late to make a change and learn something new, like Python programming? You're not alone. Many folks in their prime are looking for a fresh start, a way to stay relevant, and a career that offers both challenge and opportunity. This book is designed with you in mind. It understands that you might be coming from a completely different background, maybe feeling a little intimidated by all the tech jargon out there. It acknowledges that learning a new skill later in life can feel daunting, but it also celebrates the wisdom and experience you already bring to the table. Python is a powerful and versatile language that's used everywhere, from web development to data analysis. This book breaks down the complexities of Python into manageable, step-by-step lessons. It focuses on practical application, showing you how to use Python to solve real-world problems and build valuable skills. It's about empowering you to take control of your career and create a future where you're not just keeping up, but thriving. This new version of PYTHON PROGRAMMING FOR BEGINNERS will give you a better understanding on how Python is being used and written today. So, if you are looking to get into coding, it would be a great place to begin. Some of the major changes to Python that we will cover in this updated edition of the book includes: Using f-strings for printing strings and formatting them Working with list comprehension and sets Working with the match case statement for conditional logic This book has been enhanced to create a contemporary, hands-on, empowering and forward-thinking introductory program to Python programming. You'll discover how to: Overcome your initial fears : Learn to approach coding with confidence, even if you've never written a line of code before. Build a solid foundation: Master the core concepts of Python, from variables and loops to data structures and object-oriented programming. Apply your new skills to real-world projects: See how Python can be used to automate tasks, analyze data, and even build web applications. Troubleshoot common errors: Learn to identify and fix mistakes, a crucial skill for any programmer. Position yourself for a successful career change: Gain the skills and knowledge you need to land a job in the tech industry. A glimpse of what you'll learn: Setting up your Python environment and Integrated Development Environments (IDEs): Get your computer ready for coding, without any complicated installations. Understanding the fundamentals: Grasp the core concepts of variables, loops, and data types with clear, relatable examples. Working with data: Learn how to manipulate and analyze data using Python's powerful data structures. Automating tasks: Discover how to use Python to streamline your workflow and save time. Object-oriented programming: Master this essential programming paradigm and take your skills to the next level. Manage Files and Handle Errors: Learn to protect and manage data effectively, making you a reliable and valuable team member. This book is a roadmap to a new career and a more fulfilling future. It's time to invest in yourself and unlock your potential. You've got the experience, the drive, and now, with this book, you'll have the skills to make it happen. Plus a Bonus of 37 Precise Exercises: Featuring secret coding tips from industry insiders to help you become a Python pro! Ready to take the leap? Click the “Buy Now” button today! Review: Makes something intimidating very much understandable and interesting - Anyone can learn the basics with this book! A true sign of a great teacher makes the intimidating very much simple and entertaining. Review: A very good book for Python beginners - This is a very good book for Python beginners. It is both precise and concise with very easy to follow step by step instructions. I have read many books for Python beginners and I think this one is the most appropriate for learners without previous Python programming experience.







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| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,069 Reviews |
M**D
Makes something intimidating very much understandable and interesting
Anyone can learn the basics with this book! A true sign of a great teacher makes the intimidating very much simple and entertaining.
K**客
A very good book for Python beginners
This is a very good book for Python beginners. It is both precise and concise with very easy to follow step by step instructions. I have read many books for Python beginners and I think this one is the most appropriate for learners without previous Python programming experience.
L**S
Nice Start
It is a good beginning book.
C**R
Easy to read introduction
Good intro
E**E
Great clear exposition of python NOT a.i. generated slop it's the real deal!!!!! 5* RECOMMEND!
Great introduction to python! Covers all the basics thoroughly in clear detail. It even discusses, briefly, the advanced libraries we're all into pytorch numpy gaming libraries. This is the clear cogent foundation you need to be able to work with python. It is NOT a.i. generated slop with empty platitudes and generalities. It's a clear cogent exposition of python and I love it! NOTE: The interview questions and answers are NOT included in the book but can be obtained from a link in the book, presumably to the author's mailing list. So if you get upset or flustered looking for interviw q&a that isn't there now you know where to find it.
D**T
7 Days? I did it in 2.5. A must have for a good foundation in understanding Python!!
It took me 2.5 days to read the book. I have been programming since TRS-80 and the Apple II days (long gone). I did enjoy this book! It gives great infomation on the Basics that you will need to be able to start programming in Python and have given me the foundation i need to start using it in daily programming jobs.
V**N
Seems to have many code errors and unexpected stuff
This book obviously is intended for very beginners. I'm an experienced senior .NET programmer and got it just as a quick introduction to Python. It's easy to read, but seems to have many code errors and unexpected stuff. As a result, it's often my easier to open a browser and search for particular feature. Google Gemini AI overview gives more accurate and detailed information. One quick example: Page 69 ("List, List Comprehensions, and Sets") says, "You have worked with three types of data structures already: lists, tuples and dictionaries." But in fact nothing was set about tuples and dictionaries before. Again, it's easy to google and an experienced programmer would already knows what tuples and dictionaries are, but novice would struggle. On the same page there is suddenly a senseless and incorrect example: numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] squares = [] for n in numbers squares.approved(n*n) What is it? It couldn't be executed in Python interpreter. - There is no "approved" method - for loop syntax is incorrect - lacking colon
W**R
Good beginner book.
Looks to be a good place for a laymons place to start.
B**N
very good beginner's python learning book
very good beginners guide to python it's going to help me pass my cert 4 in IT
U**A
go ahead!
there are many books in different languages that provide this kind of experience and finally english language is now also available! Well this book promises you that within 7 days a no coder and become an efficient coder and can aquire a job that stresses its main time skill to be coding! i say why not avail it! Kudos to author!
P**E
Book Review
I just started this book and so far it seems great. I'm looking forward to learning more in the coming weeks. I have reached half way in this book and it is very good. The instructions are straightforward and the exercises are a great practice. I will definitely go all the way to the end and improve my programming skills.
J**E
I managed to find many aspects of Python programming in this book alone.
Wonderful book that connects many other aspects such as IDE (not scattered around) with relevant flashbacks to other programming languages methods. Simple yet thorough way of teaching to incorporate and resonate more methods, modules, frameworks, etc., from other programming languages. Thanks Philip!
S**O
Perfecto
Este libro es una descripción completa de las diferentes plataformas de programación. El autor cubre la ciencia de datos en general, python, java y sql. Me gustó que el autor comenzara con una descripción general de lo que es la programación de datos como carrera y su perspectiva futura. Eso realmente les da a las personas que desean dedicarse a este campo una idea de hacia dónde se dirige. Luego, el autor repasa los diferentes lenguajes de programación. Cada uno se presenta de la misma manera repasando la base del idioma y para qué se usa mejor cada uno. Luego, hay ejemplos de ejercicios para cada uno. Tiqué esto porque le da al lector la oportunidad de trabajar con el lenguaje y ver realmente de qué se trata. Recomiendo encarecidamente este libro a cualquier persona que desee explorar la programación de datos, ya sea como pasatiempo o como carrera.
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