Python Without Fear ─ A Beginner's Guide That Makes You Feel Smart

Learning Python Doesn’t Have to Be Difficult!

 

Have you ever wanted to learn programming? Have you ever wanted to learn the flexible, easy Python language behind many of today’s best web, data analytics, and scientific applications? Whether you’re new to programming or moving from another language, Python Without Fear will quickly make you productive with Python!

 

Brian Overland has earned rave reviews for his unique approach to teaching programming. He starts with short, simple examples you can easily enter and run. Within a couple of chapters, you’ll be creating useful utilities, playing games, and solving puzzles. Everything is simplified to its essentials, patiently explained, and clearly illustrated with practical examples and exercises that help you make progress quickly.

 

Overland reveals the “whys” and “tricks” behind each Python language feature. And you’ll never get bogged down in complex or pointless examples: He keeps you 100% focused on learning what works and what matters—while having fun!

• Covers installing and using the newest Python 3.x versions, and shows how to adapt your code for older versions
• Teaches with puzzles, games, and relevant exercises
• Offers more “why” and “how-to” coverage—reveals how Python works “under the covers,” so you can avoid time-consuming mistakes
• Takes you from basic scripting to advanced objects and data management
• Contains an expanded reference section for all your day-to-day programming
• Well-designed for programmers who’ve previously used C, C++, Visual Basic, or Java

Whether you want to learn Python programming for pleasure or you’re considering a career in programming, this book is an outstanding choice.

Brian Overland is a textbook author, sometime actor, programmer, film reviewer, and novelist. He has been professionally programming with the C family of languages since the early 1980s and spent 10 years at Microsoft, first as a software tester and then as programmer/writer, manager, and project lead. Almost unique among programmers, he is an award-winning writer deeply committed to teaching and simplifying advanced concepts. You can read his comments on technology, reviews, and his upcoming book projects at brianoverland.com.