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.
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
