Python Crash Course, 3rd Edition: A Hands-On, Project-Based Introduction to Programming by Eric Matthes - Paperback
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Python Crash Course is the world’s bestselling programming book, with over 1,500,000 copies sold to date!

Python Crash Course is the world’s best-selling guide to the Python programming language. This fast-paced, thorough introduction will have you writing programs, solving problems, and developing functioning applications in no time.

You’ll start by learning basic programming concepts, such as variables, lists, classes, and loops, and practice writing clean code with exercises for each topic. You’ll also learn how to make your programs interactive and test your code safely before adding it to a project. You’ll put your new knowledge into practice by creating a Space Invaders–inspired arcade game, building a set of data visualizations with Python’s handy libraries, and deploying a simple application online.

As you work through the book, you’ll learn how to:

  • Use powerful Python libraries and tools, including pytest, Pygame, Matplotlib, Plotly, and Django
  • Make increasingly complex 2D games that respond to keypresses and mouse clicks
  • Generate interactive data visualizations using a variety of datasets
  • Build apps that allow users to create accounts and manage their own data, and deploy your apps online
  • Troubleshoot coding errors and solve common programming problems

If you’ve been thinking about digging into programming, Python Crash Course will provide you with the skills to write real programs fast. Why wait any longer? Start your engines and code!

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ISBN-10

1718502702

ISBN-13

978-1718502703

Print length

552 pages

Language

English

Publisher

No Starch Press

Publication date

January 09, 2023

Dimensions

7 x 1.28 x 9.25 inches

Item weight

2.19 pounds


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Editorial reviews

"Learning python is a smart investment of your time because the language is efficient and powerful. This book will get you where you need to be to program like a pro." —Sandra Henry-Stocker, NetworkWorld

"Eric Matthes's Python Crash Course, 3rd Edition takes a well-regarded text for getting started with Python and brings it up to date for 2023. The book not only covers Python's basics but lets you put them to use in a series of projects involving data analysis, web development, and gaming. Many books offer either Python basics or projects to learn from. This one delivers both." —Serdar Yegulalp, InfoWorld

"Just looking at the fact that this is the 3rd Edition of Eric's book, you likely realize that there is something special about this . . . It's amazing that he gets all of [this] into 500+ pages and at the same time it's all understandable. . . . ★★★★★" —Greg Walters, Full Circle Magazine

Reviews for the 2nd Edition:

"With a patient and experienced pedagogical style, and a combination of thorough language instruction and plenty of illustrative sample code, Python Crash Course is a terrific way to begin learning computer programming in general and the Python language in particular." —Michael J. Ross, web developer and former Slashdot contributor

“It has been interesting to see, over the last few years, No Starch Press, which produces this book, growing and producing future classics that should be alongside the more traditional O’Reilly Press programming books. Python Crash Course is one of those books.” —Greg Laden, ScienceBlogs

“All of these projects are well thought out and presented in such a way that learning the subject matter and implementing it is much more an enjoyable pastime rather than an onerous task that must be completed. Eric took the time to deal with some rather complex projects and lay them out in a consistent, logical and pleasant manner that draws the reader into the subject willingly, which unfortunately, many authors fail to do.” —Full Circle Magazine

“The book is well presented with good explanations of the code snippets. It works with you, one small step at a time, building more complex code, explaining what's going on all the way.” —FlickThrough Reviews

“Learning Python with Python Crash Course was an extremely positive experience! A great choice if you’re new to Python.” —Mikke Goes Coding

"While Python Crash Course uses Python to teach you to code, it also teaches clean programming skills that apply to most other languages." —Great Lakes Geek

"It does what it says on the tin, and it does it really well. If you want a crash course in Python, fear not!!! The Python Crash Course is an excellent book that provides a thorough introduction to Python that will have you writing programs and solving problems in no time!" —Technical YA, Best Books to Learn Python Language in 2021

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About the authors

Eric Matthes

Eric Matthes

Eric Matthes teaches math and science at a small alternative school in southeast Alaska. He has lived in New Hampshire, New York City, and Alaska. He is the author of Python Crash Course, a bestselling introduction to programming in Python.


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Devin R.

Devin R.

5

Easy to digest and understand

Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2024

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The method in which the author covers the topics and programming concepts in this book is super easy to understand and never gets overwhelming at any point. In the first half of the book, the challenge problems at the end of each section are fun and become more complex one after another in an approachable manner. The second half lets you apply all that you've learned by allowing you to choose between 3 major projects covering different fields of programming.

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Phil Frech

Phil Frech

5

One of the best programming books!

Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2024

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This is absolutely one of my favorite books. I'm a new high school CIS programming instructor and I used this book all year. The students loved the Try It Yourself. You will not regret buying this book!

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Yashira Reviews

Yashira Reviews

5

Husband loves it

Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2024

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Great guide book for beginners!

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