BEST BOOKS BY PYTHON

Python is a high-level programming language. It is versatile and is widely used in web production, mobile applications, games, scripting, and many more.

Python is simple, logical, and easy to learn, making it great for beginners.

We have compiled the TOP of the best Python books to help you learn the language on your own.

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Author: Tony Gaddis
Language: Russian, English
Year of issue: 2019

The book is not only about Python, but also about programming in general, so it is perfect for those who are determined to connect their lives with code.

Tony Gaddis gives a lot of flowcharts, detailed descriptions of the code and a lot of tasks aimed at developing the skills of logical thinking and creating algorithms, which is very important for a future developer.

Advantages:

• The book is written in a simple and intelligible language, without complex terminology, and will be clear from the first steps in programming.

Disadvantages:

• The publication is aimed only at beginners, so it will be of little use to those who have already encountered programming.

Author: Michael Dawson
Language: Russian, English
Year of issue: 2020

A book with an unusual presentation, where the author conveys valuable knowledge of the Python language through writing small text and graphics games.

It describes not only the basic features of the language, but also spends enough time designing and creating programs, with a large number of lines of code.

Advantages:

• Easy presentation in a playful way will make learning Python fun.
• Suitable for novice programmers who have absolutely no coding experience.

Disadvantages:

• The book lacks practical tasks and examples, for example, how to connect a database, create websites, etc.

Author: Mark Lutz
Language: Russian, English
Year of issue: 2020

According to many developers, this book is the best for beginner Python developers, as it contains comprehensive information about the possibilities of the language and programming in general.

The publication contains not only theory, but also practice. At the end of each chapter, the author offers to answer control questions and proposes to solve practical problems aimed at consolidating the material.

Advantages:

• The book provides answers to most questions about the Python language. Here you will find all the information to help you start coding.

Disadvantages:

• The author provides information as accessible as possible, “chewing” every little thing. Some readers can get tired of this style.

Author: Paul Barry
Language: Russian, English
Year of issue: 2019

Learning Python Programming is the perfect guide for people who have never had a programming experience but are determined to start coding. Paul Barry gives not just dry facts, but also dilutes them with funny humor and stories from life, so the reader will definitely not be bored.

This book will teach you how to create simple web applications, manage databases, and use advanced language features such as generators, decorators, and more.

Advantages:

• The author knows how to explain complex things in a simple language accessible to everyone.
• The book has a well-developed topic of OOP.

Disadvantages:

• Some of the information may no longer be relevant, in particular, in the SQL section.

Author: Eric Mathez
Language: Russian, English
Year of issue: 2020

The book is often recommended by foreign experts for beginners who are just starting their acquaintance with Python. It explains the basic features of the language in accessible language: from variables to classes and unit tests.

In addition, the author devotes sufficient time to project work. With this edition, you will master the skills of creating games in PyGame, learn how to process data, and create your first site in the Django framework.

Advantages:

•  At the end of each chapter, the author suggests performing practical tasks to consolidate the material.
•  There are many interesting projects, and projects of different directions are being considered.

Disadvantages:

•  The translation into Russian is not always accurate.
•  During the translation process, indents were lost in some parts of the code, which play an important role in Python programming.

Author: Bill Lobanovich
Language: Russian, English
Year of release: 2019

The book in simple language talks about the basics of the language, modern packages and libraries in Python 3. In addition, the author touches on such important topics as debugging, testing and reuse of already written code, and offers many practical examples.

For beginners, the book may be a bit complicated, but it is incredibly useful for those who plan to develop in the direction of web production.

Advantages:

• The author describes many modern technologies that developers often use.

Disadvantages:

• It is more suitable for people who have already encountered programming.
• There are errors in the text.

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