Introduction to Computing Using Python: An Application Development Focus

by Ljubomir Perkovic

Perkovic's Introduction to Programming Using An Application Development Focus, 2e is more than just an introduction to programming. It is an inclusive introduction to Computer Science that takes the pedagogical approach of "the right tool for the job at the right moment," and focuses on application development.  The approach is hands-on and problem-oriented, with practice problems and solutions appearing throughout the text. The text is imperative-first, but does not shy away from discussing objects early where appropriate. Discussions of user-defined classes and Object-Oriented Programming appear later in the text, when students have more background and concepts can be motivated. Chapters include an introduction to problem solving techniques and classical algorithms, problem-solving and programming and ways to apply core skills to application development. This edition also includes examples and practice problems provided within a greater variety of domains. An additional chapter of Case Studies is exclusive to the Wiley E-Text, providing students with real life applications using the concepts and tools covered in the chapters.

Genres: Programming

480 pages, Paperback

First published December 20, 2011

Reviews

[Lilac]

The textbook for my python course. Covered all the things I need to learn as an introduction.

[Hydra · Rating 3 out of 5]

Too much written with the language perspective in mind, too little with the practical perspective in mind.