Programming Python

Programming Python by Lutz, Mark. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780596009250.

Already the industry standard for Python users, Programming Python from OReilly just got even better. This third edition has been updated to reflect current best practices and the abundance of changes introduced by the latest version of the language, Python 2.5. Whether youre a novice or an advanced practitioner, youll find this refreshed book more than lives up to its reputation. Programming Python, 3rd Edition, teaches you the right way to code. It explains Python language syntax and programming techniques in a clear and concise manner, with numerous examples that illustrate both correct usage and common idioms. By reading this comprehensive guide, youll learn how to apply Python in real-world problem domains such as: GUI programming Internet scripting Parallel processing Database management Networked applications Programming Python, Third Edition covers each of these target domains gradually, beginning with in-depth discussions of core concepts and then progressing toward complete programs. Large examples do appear, but only after youve learned enough to understand their techniques and code. Along the way, youll also learn how to use the Python language in realistically scaled programs--concepts such as Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and code reuse are recurring side themes throughout this text. If youre interested in Python programming, then this OReilly classic needs to be within arms reach. The wealth of practical advice, snippets of code, and patterns of program design can all be put into use on a daily basis--making your life easier and more productive. Reviews of the second edition: "...about as comprehensive as any book can be." --Dr. Dobbs Journal "If the language had manuals, they would undoubtedly be the texts from OReilly...Learning Python and Programming Python are definitive treatments." --SD Times