Python Crash Course, 3rd Edition
Who Is This Book For?
The goal of this book is to bring you up to speed with Python as quickly as possible so you can build programs that work—games, data visualizations, and web applications while developing a foundation in programming that will serve you well for the rest of your life.
Python Crash Course is written for people of any age who have never programmed in Python or have never programmed at all.
This book is for those who want to learn the basics of programming quickly so they can focus on interesting projects, and those who like to test their understanding of new concepts by solving meaningful problems.
Python Crash Course is also perfect for teachers at all levels who want to offer their students a project-based introduction to programming.
If you’re taking a college class and want a friendlier introduction to Python than the text you’ve been assigned, this book can make your class easier as well. If you’re looking to change careers, Python Crash Course can help you make the transition into a more satisfying career track. It has worked well for a wide variety of readers, with a broad range of goals.
What Can You Expect to Learn?
The purpose of this book is to make you a good programmer in general and a good Python programmer in particular. You’ll learn efficiently and adopt good habits as you gain a solid foundation in general programming concepts. After working your way through Python Crash Course, you should be ready to move on to more advanced Python techniques, and your next programming language will be even easier to grasp.
