This hands-on guide takes you through Python one step at a time, beginning with basic programming concepts before moving on to advanced topics like recursion and object-oriented design. It is an ideal resource for high school students, college-level learners, and professionals needing to master programming basics. This second edition hands-on guide is updated for Python 3. It logically develops programming concepts from basic syntax to complex data structures and debugging techniques, using exercises in each chapter to reinforce learning for all beginners.
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Key Features
Step-by-Step Learning: Carefully designed to define every term as it's first used and develop new concepts in a logical progression.
Python 3 Updated: The entire text and all supporting code examples have been fully updated for the latest Python 3 standards.
Computational Thinking: Teaches the "art of computational problem solving," encouraging readers to think and analyze problems like a computer scientist.
Debugging Mastery: Includes specific sections and appendices dedicated to identifying and fixing syntax, runtime, and semantic errors.
Practical Exercises: Every chapter concludes with exercises and "finger exercises" to help you try out concepts as you learn them.