Python Programming in Context: .

by Bradley N. Miller, David L. Ranum

The user-friendly, object-oriented programming language Python is quickly becoming the most popular introductory programming language for both students and instructors. This updated Second Edition of Python Programming in Context provides a comprehensive, accessible introduction to Python fundamentals. An ideal first language for learners entering the rapidly expanding field of computer science, Python gives students a solid platform of key problem-solving skills that translate easily across programming languages. Building on essential concepts of computer science, and offering a plenitude of real-world examples, Python Programming in Context, Second Edition offers a thorough overview of multiple applied areas, including image processing, cryptography, astronomy, the Internet, and bioinformatics. The text’s emphasis on problem-solving, extrapolation, and development of independent exploration and solution-building provides students with a unique and innovative approach to learning programming. Python Programming in Context, Second Edition is the ideal introductory text for those delving into computer programming. Key Features - Utilizes Python 3 - Provides a clear, accessible, and skill-focused approach to programming with Python - Contains problem sets based on real-world examples and problem-solving rather than language features - Offers a variety of exercises that develop independent skill-building and exploration - Every new copy of the text is packaged with full student access to Turing's Craft Custom CodeLab. Customized to match the organization of the text, CodeLab offers students hands-on Python programming experience with immediate feedback. - Accompanied by a full suite of instructor support material, including solutions to the exercises in the text, downloadable source code, PowerPoint Lecture Outlines, and a complete Test Bank.

Genres: Programming, Nonfiction

498 pages, Paperback

First published September 5, 2008

Reviews

[Sean · Rating 2 out of 5]

It teaches the basics well enough. I got about half way and checked out. I went through another book and started this book to reinforce and fill in the gaps. This book does cover more concepts but this is also the biggest drawback. Once you get reading internet pages the book is TRASH at explaining. So bad that I'm actually putting the book down now, skipping the rest of chapter 5, and might come back to it later. I would suggest something like the text by Gaddis (same structure type ass his C++ books which is good and I'm using now) or the ones by Punch/Enbody or Dawson which I own and a quick look though look better than this text. If you need something short and concise, you cant go wrong with Learn Python the Hard Way.

[Khoa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a great book. Interesting examples and methods to use Python. It could be better if the exercises have solutions. I haven't looked closely into it yet.

At some points, the author doesn't explain exactly what each line of code does. Some notes with the programs will help readers understand the codes more. For some parts, I don't know how to get the codes or how they fit in the big picture.

[Jwalant · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great way to master Python.