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This is without a doubt the best introduction to any programming language you will find. This book takes a hands on approach to learning Python. Concepts are explained clearly and examples and counter-examples are littered throughout each chapters. I like the direct/no waste time with useless preamble approach to explaining key concepts. The explanations are as succinct as it can get. The writer give general advice like not making your solution too generic initially but focus on solving the problem at hand first and then make the code more elaborate. The writer give off a patient tone as he encourages the reader to not be too hard on themselves when they make mistakes but view this as part of the learning process. He gives his own experience and also that of other programmers to encourage the reader to realistically evaluate their circumstances. What I like most about this book is that the exercises are intersperced between the sections within the chapters. That way you get to practice just after learning a new concept. There are final exercises incorporating what was covered in the chapter, the they do not seem to be a summary of all the content. I am reviewing now 23/02/2025. I have read the first 9 chapters and i am currently on chapter 10. When I am done i will update this review.
I use Jupter Notebooks to complete exercises. I head the first cell with the problem number and title and set it as a mark-down cell so it heads that mini section and the code window below contains my solution. That way I have all exercises for a chapter in one file and can easily scroll up to see previous solutions and copy code which the problems requests at times. In the end I envisage I will have 20 files - one per chapter.
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Customers find this Python programming book excellent for beginners, praising its solid introduction to basics and detailed explanations. The book is accessible even to complete beginners, with well-structured content and practical exercises that reinforce learning. They appreciate the writing style, with one customer noting how the author walks through key elements, and consider it well worth the money.
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105 customers mention content, 103 positive, 2 negative
This is a great book. Im only on chapter five and have hit a rough patch but I mixed in some solo learn and now im ready to take on this chapter....Read more
...the choice to get started with Python, and you are looking for a good book that will show you the basics in a clear, fun and concise way....Read more
Excellent book! The book gave all the basic of Python and the three major projects of real-world programming....Read more
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...The clear explanations, practical examples, and well-structured progression cover everything from basics like data structures to advanced topics...Read more
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...However, I read this book. This book provides an excellent introduction and overview for those new to Python....Read more
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...The book is high quality, easy to follow, it gives you some excellent examples and exercises that will show you the basics on how Python works and...Read more
Excellent introductory book with clear, easy to understand explanations for every line of code. My only qualm was with the Learning Log project....Read more
...Easy to understand as long as you take some notes and surprisingly very fun to learn....Read more
Easy read, good example code. No background needed to learn, but my C programming background made many concepts faster to understand and useRead more
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...The clear explanations, practical examples, and well-structured progression cover everything from basics like data structures to advanced topics...Read more
...quality, easy to follow, it gives you some excellent examples and exercises that will show you the basics on how Python works and how it can make...Read more
I love the exercises in this book. Everything finally started to click for me as I went through this book.Read more
...The book is laid out well and provides plenty of exercises and challenges to help you understand programming.Read more
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It feels great in the hands, it is well written, you actually want to practice, you actually want to understand, it’s a great book....Read more
This book is clearly written and easy to follow. I had fun learning Python following this book.Read more
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This is the book I should have bought originally!! Well worth the money!!! Very helpful and gives excellent examples and very practical exercises!Read more
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...This is a great book for those new to programming world, also good for kids.Read more
...examples that not only illustrate the concepts but also make learning engaging and enjoyable....Read more
Half way through the book, and it's hands down, not only the best beginner Python course, but one of the best programming introductory books written....Read more
...Matthes’ teaching style is approachable yet thorough, ensuring you not only understand Python but also gain the confidence to apply it creatively....Read more
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Really enjoying the Python Crash Course book! It’s clear, well-structured, and great for building practical skills step by step....Read more
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I've read it all and completed all the exercises, so I can say it's amazing! The content is great for learning Python from scratch. The explanations are very good, everything is well explained step by step. The quality of the printing and the paper is very good.GabrielVery good!
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