Python for Youngsters, 2nd Version: A Playful Introduction to Programming
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The second version of the best-selling Python for Youngsters—which brings you (and your dad and mom) into the world of programming—has been utterly up to date to make use of the most recent model of Python, together with tons of recent initiatives!
Python is a strong programming language that’s simple to study and enjoyable to make use of! However books about programming in Python will be boring and that’s no enjoyable for anybody.
Python for Youngsters brings youngsters (and their dad and mom) into the great world of programming. Jason R. Briggs guides you thru the fundamentals, experimenting with distinctive (and hilarious) instance applications that includes ravenous monsters, secret brokers, thieving ravens, and extra. New phrases are outlined; code is coloured and defined; puzzles stretch the mind and strengthen understanding; and full-color illustrations hold you engaged all through.
By the top of the guide, you’ll have programmed two video games: a clone of the well-known Pong, and “Mr. Stick Man Races for the Exit”—a platform sport with jumps and animation.
This second version is revised and up to date to mirror Python 3 programming practices. There are new puzzles to encourage you and two new appendices to information you thru Python’s built-in modules and troubleshooting your code.
As you strike out in your programming journey, you’ll discover ways to:
Use basic information buildings like lists, tuples, and dictionaries Set up and reuse your code with capabilities and modulesUse management buildings like loops and conditional statements Draw shapes and patterns with Python’s turtle moduleCreate video games, animations, and different graphical wonders with tkinter
Why ought to severe adults have all of the enjoyable? Python for Youngsters is your ticket into the wonderful world of pc programming.
Covers Python 3.x which runs on Home windows, macOS, Linux, even Raspberry Pi
From the Writer
“A superb introduction to programming for anybody fascinated about studying to program, no matter their age. The fabric is extraordinarily nicely organized and introduced, and makes for an incredible useful resource for both dwelling or faculty.”
—Roy Wooden, GeekDad
“Jason Briggs manages to efficiently describe programming to youngsters with out sounding like he’s dumbing down the content material. . . . The teachings are well-constructed and depart the reader with a sense of accomplishment in every chapter.” —Marziah Karch, Wired.com’s GeekMom weblog
“This guide provides introduction to pc programming. . . . Utilizing Python for Youngsters to study this talent could be a wonderful household bonding expertise, and the added perk of collectively creating a pc sport would not damage.” —Patrice Gans, Training Week’s BookMarks weblog
Concerning the Creator
Jason R. Briggs has been a programmer because the age of eight, when he first discovered BASIC on a Radio Shack TRS-80. Since then he has written software program professionally as a developer and techniques architect and served as Contributing Editor for Java Developer’s Journal. His articles have appeared in JavaWorld, ONJava and ONLamp.
Concerning the Writer
No Starch Press has revealed the best in geek leisure since 1994, creating each well timed and timeless titles like Python Crash Course, Python for Youngsters, How Linux Works, and Hacking: The Artwork of Exploitation. An impartial, San Francisco-based publishing firm, No Starch Press focuses on a curated listing of well-crafted books that make a distinction. They publish on many subjects, together with pc programming, cybersecurity, working techniques, and LEGO. The titles have character, the authors are passionate specialists, and all of the content material goes by way of in depth editorial and technical critiques. Lengthy recognized for its enjoyable, fearless method to expertise, No Starch Press has earned vast assist from STEM fans worldwide.
Writer : No Starch Press; 2nd version (November 15, 2022)
Language : English
Paperback : 368 pages
ISBN-10 : 1718503024
ISBN-13 : 978-1718503021
Studying age : 10 – 13 years
Lexile measure : 1130L
Grade stage : 5 – 6
Merchandise Weight : 1.87 kilos
Dimensions : 7 x 1.02 x 9.25 inches
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Patrick Barnes –
Great book
Fast shipping no issues
rndeleon –
Yeah, I’m an adult
I’m in an IT course with a heavy focus on cybersecurity and I’m terrified of coding. I got this book for myself and hid it from my friends and so far its really great content to ease me into Python. Thankfully I feel a little better about this all since the book said its for brand new adults as well.
dlajammer –
A good choice for young programmers.
I’m a retired software developer having had a great career and developed all kinds of firmware/software for microcontrollers using assembly languages to enterprise applications in Java. I was asked to teach my grandkids Computer Science so I spent some time contemplating where to start. Having began programming in the 1970’s using BASIC, I decided that a simple user friendly interpreted language would be helpful. Though I never used it professionally, I started tinkering with Python and I got hooked. After sampling many books I found this one and it seemed to be very approachable for my young students. So far it has worked well for us although the author occasionally uses a concept without explaining it first. But then again that’s what I’m there to do.
Nathan I. Rice –
Awesome!
I’m about to turn 43… I bought this for myself. I’ve always wanted to learn coding and this felt like a less pressured way to experience it. I’ve completed the first chapter and am excited for the rest. I want to teach my 3 boys how to code because it’ll be an essential skill going forward. Definitely worth the investment!
Bella Luna –
Pretty good, but a few quibbles
I’m an adult who’s struggled to learn to code, but I keep at it. Python is useful for emerging AI applications, and it seems pretty straightforward, so I decided to try again.It seems some of the examples are out of date, and by that, I mean not supported in the most recent release of Python. For example, the .format method is now required for the example on page 30. Lucky for me, I knew just enough to seek out how to resolve the error I got using the example code.There are also some other confusing things, like a puzzle that wants you to write a program that prints out what your weight would be on the moon if you gained 2 pounds every year for 15 years. Simple enough, I guess, except for some reason, the answer key has you convert (incorrectly, even, using 2 rather than 2.2) to kilograms before you even begin for no clear reason.I’m sure a kid would struggle with some of these types of issues. It’s slowing me down, that’s for sure. But all in all, it’s the right level of explanation for a complete newbie and getting me closer to overcoming my fear of coding, so for that, definitely 4 stars.
Joshua Guthrie –
Water damaged
Book was delivered water damaged and in overall rough condition. Cover warped. Pages warped with ink smudges. Weather when delivered was clear. No indication of water damage on shipping box or other packaging. Other item in the box was dry and undamaged.It appeared me this item was picked from the shelf damaged.
BookReader –
Good Introduction to Coding with Python
I remember how challenging learning coding was when I was a kid. Now I have a kid, and I wanted to teach her programming without the stress that I had at her age. So I found this book, and decided to give it a chance. Turns out that it is a good book and worked for her (and me). I also had some familiarity with another book by the same publisher (Python Crash Course, 2nd Edition: A Hands-On, Project-Based Introduction to Programming 2nd Edition). So I knew what to expect from it.Iâm surprised how much she liked Python, and she wanted to learn more about programming. She found a website called Beestar that teaches other programming concepts that she is interested in. We are talking about it.
Santosh K. –
My son who is now in 5th standard loves it
Sir Gius –
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G. Kallo –
I read the book halfway through and found the text clear and easy to understand. Let’s not forget that I’m a beginner in Python.