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Textbook Details

  • EDITION:
    3rd Edition
  • ISBN:
    1435455002
  • ISBN-13:
    9781435455009
  • PUB. DATE:
    January 2010
  • PUBLISHER:
    Cengage Learning
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Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner / Edition 3 by Michael Dawson

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Python programming for the massesby RenaissanceWoman

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The lessons in "Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner" take a person from knowing nothing about Python programming to installation, setup and programming in Python using friendly graphics, and clear, concise language. The author uses examples and projects that entertain and pique one's interests without talking down to the reader. Many of the examples and projects are actually games...

Easy to understand, great for beginners.by Anonymous

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The author puts programming concepts and Python in terms so easy to understand, even a caveman could do it (even while registering for car insurance online!). The author does not confuse the reader, and does not get boring either. I reccomend it.

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This book provides the knowlage you need as a programer by the end of this book you will be able to code/program anything you like i heard about this book from my friend he recomended this book to me when i was beginimg to program. This book shows/tells you everything you need to know. This boook teaches how to code a program to do your witten and respswanse homework. This book is absoulute great

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Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner

Product Details

  • Pub. Date: January 2010
  • Publisher: Cengage Learning
  • Sales Rank: 63,710

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Description

If you are new to programming with Python and are looking for a solid introduction, this is the book for you. Developed by computer science instructors, books in the for the absolute beginner series teach the principles of programming through simple game creation. You will acquire the skills that you need for more practical Python programming applications and you will learn how these skills can be put to use in real- world scenarios. Best of all, by the time you finish this book you will be able to apply the basic principles you ve learned to the next programming language you tackle.

Features

Fun approach to a difficult topic
Readers will create games with Python as they learn the fundamentals of this programming language
The CD will include games that readers can cut and paste into their own Web site
The author provides challenges at the end of chapters to push readers to program on their own

Biography

Michael Dawson has worked as both a programmer and a computer game designer and producer. In addition to real-world game industry experience, Dawson earned his bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Southern California. He currently teaches game programming and design to students of all ages through UCLA Extension courses and private lessons. Visit his Web site at www.programgames.com to learn more or to get support for any of his books.