Think Python / Allen B. Downey.

"How to think like a computer scientist" -- Cover.

Edition statement from cover.

Includes index.

The way of the program -- Variables, expressions and statements -- Functions -- Case Study: Interface design -- Conditionals and recursion -- Fruitful functions -- Iteration -- Strings -- Case study: Word play -- Lists -- Dictionaries -- Tuples -- Case study: Data structure selection -- Files -- Classes and objects -- Classes and functions -- Classes and methods -- Inheritance -- The goodies -- Debugging -- Analysis of algorithms.

If you want to learn how to program, working with Python is an excellent way to start. This hands-on guide takes you through the language one step at a time, beginning with basic programming concepts before moving on to functions, recursion, data structures, and object-oriented design. Through exercises in each chapter, you{u2019}ll try out programming concepts as you learn them. Think Python is ideal for students at the high school or college level, as well as self-learners, home-schooled students, and professionals who need to learn programming basics. Start with the basics, including language syntax and semantics Get a clear definition of each programming concept Learn values, variables, statements, functions, and data structures in a logical progression Discover how to work with files and databases Understand objects, methods, and object-oriented programming Use debugging techniques to fix syntax, runtime, and semantic errors Explore interface design, data structures, and GUI-based programs through case studies.