Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies

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. 

John Mueller is an experienced technology writer with more than 100 titles to his name. He has experience with networking, AI, data, and programming. He is the author of the previous editions of Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies and many other For Dummies titles.

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

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