Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies

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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.

Introduction 1
 
Part 1: Getting Started with Python 7
 
Chapter 1: Talking to Your Computer 9
 
Chapter 2: Working with Google Colab 23
 
Chapter 3: Interacting with Python 41
 
Chapter 4: Writing Your First Application 57
 
Chapter 5: Performing Magic 79
 
Part 2: Talking the Talk 93
 
Chapter 6: Storing and Modifying Information 95
 
Chapter 7: Managing Information 107
 
Chapter 8: Making Decisions 127
 
Chapter 9: Performing Repetitive Tasks 143
 
Chapter 10: Dealing with Errors 157
 
Part 3: Performing Common Tasks 187
 
Chapter 11: Interacting with Packages 189
 
Chapter 12: Working with Strings 215
 
Chapter 13: Managing Lists 239
 
Chapter 14: Collecting All Sorts of Data 257
 
Chapter 15: Creating and Using Classes 279
 
Part 4: Performing Advanced Tasks 301
 
Chapter 16: Storing Data in Files 303
 
Chapter 17: Sending an Email 321
 
Part 5: The Part of Tens 337
 
Chapter 18: Ten Amazing Programming Resources 339
 
Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Make a Living with Python 349
 
Chapter 20: Ten Tools That Enhance Your Python Experience 357
 
Chapter 21: Ten (Plus) Libraries You Need to Know About 369
 
Index 379