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Starting Out with Python
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This access card provides access to MyLab Programming. Pearson eText is included. A clear and student-friendly introduction to the fundamentals of Python In Starting Out with Python®, 5th Edition, Tony Gaddis’ accessible coverage introduces students to the basics of programming in a high level language. Python, an easy-to-learn and increasingly popular object-oriented language, allows readers to become comfortable with the fundamentals of programming without the troublesome syntax that can be challenging for novices. With the knowledge acquired using Python, students gain confidence in their skills and learn to recognize the logic behind developing high-quality programs. Starting Out with Python discusses control structures, functions, and lists before classes. As with all Gaddis texts, clear and easy-to-read code listings, concise and practical real-world examples, focused explanations, and an abundance of exercises appear in every chapter. Updates to the 5th Edition include a new chapter on database programming, and new coverage of GUI programming, string processing and formatting, and turtle graphics topics. Personalize learning with MyLab Programming By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyLab personalizes the learning experience and improves results for each student. With MyLab Programming, students work through hundreds of short, auto-graded coding exercises and receive immediate and helpful feedback based on their work. Plus, get anytime, anywhere access with Pearson eText Pearson eText is a simple-to-use, mobile-optimized, personalized reading experience available within MyLab. It lets students highlight and take notes, all in one place – even when offline. Educators can easily customize the table of contents and share their own notes with students so they see the connection between their eText and what they learn in class. You are purchasing an access code only. Before purchasing, check with your instructor to confirm the correct ISBN. Several versions of the MyLab™ and Mastering™ platforms exist for each title, and registrations are not transferable. To register for and use MyLab or Mastering, you may also need a Course ID, which your instructor will provide. If purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson, the access codes for the MyLab platform may not be included, may be incorrect, or may be previously redeemed. Check with the seller before completing your purchase.
This access card provides access to MyLab Programming. Pearson eText is included. A clear and student-friendly introduction to the fundamentals of Python In Starting Out with Python®, 5th Edition, Tony Gaddis’ accessible coverage introduces students to the basics of programming in a high level language. Python, an easy-to-learn and increasingly popular object-oriented language, allows readers to become comfortable with the fundamentals of programming without the troublesome syntax that can be challenging for novices. With the knowledge acquired using Python, students gain confidence in their skills and learn to recognize the logic behind developing high-quality programs. Starting Out with Python discusses control structures, functions, and lists before classes. As with all Gaddis texts, clear and easy-to-read code listings, concise and practical real-world examples, focused explanations, and an abundance of exercises appear in every chapter. Updates to the 5th Edition include a new chapter on database programming, and new coverage of GUI programming, string processing and formatting, and turtle graphics topics. Personalize learning with MyLab Programming By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyLab personalizes the learning experience and improves results for each student. With MyLab Programming, students work through hundreds of short, auto-graded coding exercises and receive immediate and helpful feedback based on their work. Plus, get anytime, anywhere access with Pearson eText Pearson eText is a simple-to-use, mobile-optimized, personalized reading experience available within MyLab. It lets students highlight and take notes, all in one place – even when offline. Educators can easily customize the table of contents and share their own notes with students so they see the connection between their eText and what they learn in class. You are purchasing an access code only. Before purchasing, check with your instructor to confirm the correct ISBN. Several versions of the MyLab™ and Mastering™ platforms exist for each title, and registrations are not transferable. To register for and use MyLab or Mastering, you may also need a Course ID, which your instructor will provide. If purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson, the access codes for the MyLab platform may not be included, may be incorrect, or may be previously redeemed. Check with the seller before completing your purchase.
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March 21, 2022
Even though I have been learning Python for a year with online tutorials, I benefited from reading this textbook.
Pros:
- Solid foundation
- Concise
- Plenty of practical examples
- Best practices suggestions
My favorite chapters were:
- Classes
- Inheritance
- Database programming
Pros:
- Solid foundation
- Concise
- Plenty of practical examples
- Best practices suggestions
My favorite chapters were:
- Classes
- Inheritance
- Database programming
April 16, 2023
If I'm using your stupid book for a GRADED class and an attribute HAS to be a string and your shitty shell won't accept output that is LITERALLY IDENTICAL to the correct output, THEN YOU NEED TO SPECIFY THAT ALL ATTRIBUTES NEED TO BE STRINGS AND NOT INTS IN THE ASSIGNMENT OR I WILL LOSE MY MIND AND MY POINTS.
The information in here is fine. Literally all the lost stars are for the absolute garbage auto-graded nonsense where my code was correct but I didn't include the correct typos so no, it wasn't.
Yes, that happened.
The assignment said "Do it exactly this way: answer = X"
But the expected correct output was "answer = X"
So I had to correct my code to be wrong in the correct way.
Don't see a difference between those two???
WELL, THERE IS AN EXTRA SPACE IN THE SECOND ONE.
I swear to god, I spent more time in this book trying to figure out why I was "wrong" than I did actually learning Python.
Fix your shit.
(I'm getting an A.)
The information in here is fine. Literally all the lost stars are for the absolute garbage auto-graded nonsense where my code was correct but I didn't include the correct typos so no, it wasn't.
Yes, that happened.
The assignment said "Do it exactly this way: answer = X"
But the expected correct output was "answer = X"
So I had to correct my code to be wrong in the correct way.
Don't see a difference between those two???
WELL, THERE IS AN EXTRA SPACE IN THE SECOND ONE.
I swear to god, I spent more time in this book trying to figure out why I was "wrong" than I did actually learning Python.
Fix your shit.
(I'm getting an A.)
December 22, 2023
Had to use this for a class I decided to take this semester and it was extremely easy to use. I loved that the exercises came as a part of the book so you got to see what the programs would look like & how they ran. This is great for those new to coding and those new to using Python. Highly recommend.
October 10, 2024
Book is very well
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