Learn to Program Using Python

A Tutorial for Hobbyists, Self-Starters, and Those Who Want to Learn the Art of Programming

Alan Gauld

270 pages, parution le 01/01/2001

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Résumé

Are you a...

Systems administrator frustrated by the deficiencies of your existing tools?
Web site creator wanting to produce more dynamic content?
Computer user with a desire to know what's going on inside the box?

Then Learn to Program Using Python is the book for you.

You will find this book to be an ideal starting point for learning the essentials of computer programming. Assuming no prior knowledge (other than basic computer operation), this unintimidating and clearly written guide introduces you to programming terminology, fundamental concepts, and techniques for writing actual code.

Python is ideal for novice programmers: it is available for free; it has simple syntax but powerful features; it supports lots of programming styles; it runs on many platforms; it has a friendly and helpful user community. This book uses the Python language to teach you the fundamentals of computer programming. Once you master the basic techniques and concepts you learn in this book, you can apply them to any language you choose to work with.

Learn to Program Using Python is based on a popular on-line tutorial that has been expanded and enhanced for this book. It takes you step-by-step through all the essential programming topics. You will learn about:

Sequences, branching, and looping
Data types and variables
Input and output
Modular programming
Handling files and text
Errors
Recursion
Namespaces
Object-oriented programming
Event-driven programming
Regular expressions
Debugging
In addition, the book introduces elements of programming style and offers a look at the thinking and steps involved in designing a software solution. Several sample applications illustrate techniques and ideas in action.

The accompanying CD-ROM contains the on-line Python tutorial.

Contents

Preface
Chapter 1: Who, What, and How?
Chapter 2: What Do I Need?
Chapter 3: What Is Programming?
Chapter 4: Getting Started
Chapter 5: Simple Sequences
Chapter 6: The Raw Materials
Chapter 7: More Sequences and Other Things
Chapter 8: Looping, or the Art of Repeating Oneself
Chapter 9: Decisions, Decisions
Chapter 10: Conversing with the User
Chapter 11: Modular Programming
Chapter 12: Handling Files and Text
Chapter 13: A Touch of Style
Chapter 14: Handling Errors
Chapter 15: Recursion
Chapter 16: Namespaces
Chapter 17: Object-Oriented Programming
Chapter 18: Event-Driven Programming
Chapter 19: Regular Expressions
Chapter 20: Debugging
Chapter 21: Designing a Solution
Chapter 22: Grammar Counter
Chapter 23: Guessing Games
Appendix A: Installing and Testing Python
Appendix B: Some Interesting Programming Languages
Appendix C: Resources
Glossary
Index

L'auteur - Alan Gauld

Alan Gauld is a professional programmer with a gift for explaining complex concepts. His 25-year career has encompassed numerous programming languages, operating systems, and application development projects, from embedded microcontrollers through mainframe billing systems.

Caractéristiques techniques

	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	Addison Wesley
Auteur(s)	Alan Gauld
Parution	01/01/2001
Nb. de pages	270
Format	18,7 x 23,4
Couverture	Broché
Poids	592g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780201709384