Python Distilled (Developer’s Library)

Expert insight for modern Python (3.6+) coding from the author of Python Essential Reference

Python educator Dave Beazley’s concise handbook focuses on the essential core of the Python programming language, with code examples to illuminate how Python works and how to structure programs that can be more easily explained, tested, and debugged. Rather than trying to cover every possible feature and quirk of a 30-year-old language, this pragmatic guide provides a concise narrative related to fundamental programming topics that form the foundation for Python projects of any size including

Data abstractionControl flowProgram structureFunctions: master functions and functional programming idiomsObjects: control objects and master the “protocols” that define their behaviorModules: plan for project growth by understanding modules and packagesGeneratorsClasses: understand classes from both high-level and technical perspectivesI/O handling: proper techniques and abstractionsDicts

“This is a pragmatic book that presents some of the most important topics about the Python programming language in a concise form, designed to make it easier to find out the most relevant information bits in a context where resources abound and frequently are just too overwhelming.”

―Victor Domingos, Software Developer, Slim Business Solutions, The No Title® Tech Blog

From the Publisher

From the preface

“I think it’s important that programming remains fun. I hope that my book will not only help you become a productive Python programmer but also capture some of the magic that has inspired people to use Python for exploring the stars, flying helicopters on Mars, and spraying squirrels with a water cannon in the backyard.”

ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0134173279
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pearson
Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 22, 2021
Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 352 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0241317940
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0134173276
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.2 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.9 x 0.8 x 9 inches
Part of series ‏ : ‎ Game Design