Learning Python, 3rd Edition
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The authors of Learning Python show you enough essentials of the Python scripting language to enable you to begin solving problems right away, then reveal more powerful aspects of the language one at a time. This approach is sure to appeal to programmers and system administrators who have urgent problems and a preference for learning by semi-gui ... review details
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| I am pleased with this book. I read about half of the way through it and then decided to keep it close by as a reference guide. As a reading guide to 'Learning Python' it can get a little monotonous. This really isn't the author's fault, who shows a slight, persistent but non-distracting humor. I think some monotony is inherent in learning any programming language - 1) here is "Concept A," 2) here is how/why "Concept A" is implemented in general, 3) here are some particulars to keep in mind when implementing "Concept A", 4) here are the myriad of variable methods of implementation. This book covers mostly the 1 through 3 ideas above and leaves most of idea 4 for more advanced books or reference material. The author does a good job of managing content. There are places that give an overview and state that more detail is ahead, but the instance where a concept or implementation is initially mentioned and the degree to which it is described is adequate for the current context. The 'more detail' that eventually comes along then fits nicely into its own 'more detailed' context. In other words, I didn't feel like I had to jump forward 5 chapters to understand one aspect of the current chapter. What the book lacks, or blissfully does not include, is any lengthy code constructions (this can be good, bad, or mean nothing, depending on your learning style and requirements). "Python Programming, An Intro to Computer Science" is a bit more engaging but, ultimately, is not as verbose or specific where needed. I read through allot of books and actually see these two as worthy complements. I also use Python Programming, Python Essential Reference, Python in a Nutshell and Python Cookbook as supplemental references. Sometimes I am looking for an overview of a concept, just an example of code syntax, all the options available for implementing a construct, or how someone else approached a common problem, etc. Each book has its time and place. I tend to use Learning Python for the overview with some examples and consider it a useful companion to the online and other reference materials. |
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