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A Byte of Python
An introduction to Python programming for beginners.
149 pages, Paperback
First published March 8, 2004
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June 12, 2012
A gentle introduction to Python, Strongly recommended!
February 8, 2015
A good overview of Python for a more-or-less beginner.
Unfortunately I was told that the web version (http://www.swaroopch.com/notes/python/) would be Python 3 but it became apparent it was Python 2. Apparently the author had translated for P3 but decided it was too confusing and translated it back to P2. However, there are still some P3 elements (some print() statements) left in which may be confusing to the reader.
I learnt good things from this book. I would have liked more real life examples of code: the backup files example script really opened by eyes to how Python could be used in actual day to day life, but there were no more great examples like that in the rest of the book. I also would have loved to have more examples of the modules within the Standard Library.
I did really enjoy going through the book and wish Swaroop would write some more beginner/intermediate python books. Perhaps a testing chapter in the future?
Unfortunately I was told that the web version (http://www.swaroopch.com/notes/python/) would be Python 3 but it became apparent it was Python 2. Apparently the author had translated for P3 but decided it was too confusing and translated it back to P2. However, there are still some P3 elements (some print() statements) left in which may be confusing to the reader.
I learnt good things from this book. I would have liked more real life examples of code: the backup files example script really opened by eyes to how Python could be used in actual day to day life, but there were no more great examples like that in the rest of the book. I also would have loved to have more examples of the modules within the Standard Library.
I did really enjoy going through the book and wish Swaroop would write some more beginner/intermediate python books. Perhaps a testing chapter in the future?
January 28, 2021
Очень интересная книга, которая даёт тебе сильный пинок под зад. Четко и лаконично рассказывает основы синтаксиса питона. Рекомендую начинающим программистам на питоне. Книга хороша тем ,что она объясняет питон для 3 ей версии и далее. Так что книгу нельзя считать отсталой .
March 25, 2018
good for programming in python.
Level: Beginner
Links: are awesome
used Python2 but you will easily be able to transform it into python3
Level: Beginner
Links: are awesome
used Python2 but you will easily be able to transform it into python3
December 17, 2018
You never 'finish' reading a book like this. Always referring back to it
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June 25, 2021succinct, with lots of examples and pretty good explanations.
June 21, 2016
A great introduction to Python. I'm not newbie into programming(Java and C/C++ experience for last 3 years), but it was very interesting for me. Some optional comments for programmers with experience brought more understanding into how Python works comparing with Java or C/C++. Fast reading, clear explanation, good examples - exactly what's needed for introduction into programming. From now on - this book will be my first answer to question "Which book I should start learning programming with?"
June 9, 2016
This was one the earliest python book I had read. It's written by a person known me (from Bangalore meetups, and falling into my age group). Presents the language in a easy to understand to manner, and I have recommended this book to every python beginner that I know.
December 13, 2018
Very concise introduction. If you want a no nonsense quick intro to Python there is not better place to look. It is packed with a lot information and can be read in a couple of days. Highly recommended along with LPTHW for a Python beginner.
December 15, 2011
A really nice book. Recommended for anyone who wants to learn python. Swaroop keeps it simple. This book is not a definitive guide but it can get you interested in Python :)
July 2, 2020
Хорошая вводная книжка.
September 19, 2018
Неплохая книга для ознакомления, ничего не растянуто всё по сути, хоть и есть мелкие недочеты. Для быстрого старта то что надо
October 21, 2020
It is actually surprising how difficult is to find a good introduction to Python, with well-structured content, as simple as complete, including most relevant concepts etc. This is one of the best introductions a have seen. I would only suggest to adding a few exercises to each chapter. People gets really motivated when they see they are able to put whatever they have learnt into a code that actually works!
October 8, 2023
Nice introduction to Python, I would say, though I primarily used it as a refresher. Pretty much all the basic concepts and syntax of the language are covered here, so anyone can begin to write simple programmes in Python. The foundation laid here would be good enough to start doing your own projects and begin exploring the language deeper.
January 30, 2021
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December 1, 2017
The best introduction to Python book I ever encountered.
March 17, 2019
Really good book for beginners!
August 21, 2019
Comprehensive, coherent and concise.
August 23, 2019
The first book I will recommend to start with python.
October 11, 2019
This is very useful book to learn python
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October 29, 2019
Một cuốn sách khá cơ bản giới thiệu về Python - một ngôn ngữ lập trình cũ nhưng mới đối với mình.
Nay quyết tâm ngồi nghiên cứu cái python này xem ra ngô khoai gì không
Nay quyết tâm ngồi nghiên cứu cái python này xem ra ngô khoai gì không
March 2, 2020
Friendly introduction to python and coding
March 16, 2020
An easy introductory book on Python
June 1, 2020
First Love - Python.
My first book is about the python programming language. Great pitch and good structure, many examples. This is what a novice developer needs.
My first book is about the python programming language. Great pitch and good structure, many examples. This is what a novice developer needs.
July 4, 2020
Basic book, good for beginners. It was helpful for me to just fill in a few gaps since I never took a proper course on python. It was still very basic, I would have preferred much more detail.
February 4, 2021
A very good book for beginners who intend to learn a programming language with fun and an easy way.
May 27, 2021
خير جليس الزمان الكتاب
November 27, 2021
This is a wonderful book for a beginner to Python or Programming.
Very precise in wording.
Breezed through it.
I highly recommend it.
Very precise in wording.
Breezed through it.
I highly recommend it.
February 10, 2022
Very basic. Few examples. Some parts are not well redacted.
October 16, 2023
One of the best Python book for absolutely beginngers
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