Python 3 Programming for Beginners: The Beginner's Guide for Learning How to Code in Python (version 3.X) From Scratch in Under 7 Days: Computer Programming, #1

By Ramon Nastase

Curious about how Programming works? ?

Well, the Internet is formed of many, many interconnected computer networks. The Python Programming Book for Beginners is designed for everyone who is willing to learn about all of the great stuff Programming, Computers and the Internet have to offer.

You'll learn all the fundamental elements you need to know about computer programming from this book. You'll become extremely familiar with terms like Variables, Functions, Data Structures (Lists, Tuples Dictionaries, Sets), Object Oriented Programming (Classes, Methods, Getters & Setters, Inheritance), Modules, Files, Exceptions, Image Processing, GUI, Scripting.

✅ Who is this book for?

If you are:

• A student that needs to pass an exam
• An IT Specialist that wants to expand his knowledge and expertise
• A beginner in IT, curios about Programming (as a hobby or as a future job opportunity)

Then this book is for you!

Once you go through this book, you'll be able to understand the basics and the basics of Python programming. Practically you will be able to create your programs and will be ready to begin to dive deeper into programming concepts. After finishing the book I recommend you start solving problems, to help you become an even better programmer so that you can get a job in IT (in the country or abroad) whenever you want.

 

? What will you learn from this book?

The book contains 8 chapters that will teach you, step by step, how to be successful at Programming with Python.

Let me show you some of the things you will learn here:

• What does the IT industry look like and what are the trends
• What can you do with Python
• How to start programming in Python in just 10 minutes (installation and creating your first program)
• Using variables in Python
• Syntax and programming elements in Python
• Using conditional statements (if, for, while, switch)
• Using functions in Python (void, return, and recursive)
• Fundamentals of OOP (Object Oriented Programming) by using Classes, Methods, Getters & Setters, Inheritance
• Working with modules
• Working with files and exceptions in Python
• Data structures used to create different algorithms
• Creating your own small applications (as scripts) such as Calendar Generator, Image Manipulator, Line Drawer, and more
• Practical examples included in each topic
• You will also get recommended exercises at the end of each chapter

? Grab a copy of this book today, and you will not only discover new things you didn't know about programming, you will also get the chance to practice programming in a clear and correct manner.

 

Topics covered in this book: Computer programming, Coding in Python, Python Programming, Computer Science with Python, Data Structure in Python, Functions in Python, Object Oriented Programming (OOP) in Python,

• Language: English
• Publisher: Ramon Nastase
• Release date: Jun 16, 2023
• ISBN: 9798215734179

Ramon Nastase

I help people make more money, find their purpose and become financially free with the power of technology. My name is Ramon Nastase, I am an IT professional with more than 12 years of experience and with a deep passion for IT&C (Computer Networking, Programming, Linux, Servers, CyberSecurity, Ethical Hacking) and Training. My mission is to help over 1 million people to reach their fullest potential in their IT careers. I've started my career at an early age (15 years old) and in my 12 years of experience in computer networking, security, Linux, and programming I've managed to work in live environments, troubleshoot, and also obtain well-known industry certifications: * Cisco CCNP Routing & Switching, * CCNP Security * CCNA Voice * CompTIA Security+ * LPIC-1 I've been delivering courses for over 5 years, I've personally trained over 500 students, over 4000 through my online courses, over 10.000 through my books, and built an online community of over 100.000 people with an interest in IT & Technology. I believe in education, constant improvement, and lifelong learning. This is the only way one can achieve personal and professional mastery at all levels of life. One of my favorite Quotes: I want to inspire people. I want someone to look at me and say: "Because of you I didn't give up". Learn more by checking my Website at ramonnastase (dot) com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction..........................................

A few words about Ramon Nastase, the author of the book........

A few words about Gabriel Grecu, a contributor to the book........

What you will get from this book......................

How to go through this book..........................

How to approach the practical side....................

What's next...........................................

Chapter 0  -About IT and Programming.............

Why learn programming?.............................

What salary can you expect as a programmer?........

What programming languages can you learn to become a programmer?........

Why start programming in Python?...................

What can you do with Python?........................

How to deepen your programming using Google?.....

Chapter 1  -Introduction to Python.................

How do you start programming in Python?............

I. Using an Online IDE - Repl.it........................

II. Using an IDE application - PyCharm.................

III. Using a Windows interpreter.......................

IV. Using an interpreter from Linux or macOS.........

Code is written in Python vs. other programming languages........

Exercises.............................................

Chapter 2  - Variables in Python....................

What is a variable?...................................

Number variables (integer, real)......................

Operators in Programming............................

String variables in Python.............................

Code commenting in Python..........................

Reading data from the keyboard (user input) in Python 

Chapter 3  - Conditional statements (if, for, while) 

1) Instruction if.......................................

2) Instruction for......................................

3) The while statement...............................

Exercises.............................................

Chapter 4  -Functions in Python.....................

What is a Function?...................................

1) Functions that do not return a result...............

2) Functions that return a result......................

3) Recursive functions................................

4) Main() function.....................................

Exercises.............................................

Chapter 5  - Data Structures in Python.............

What are data structures?............................

1) Lists...............................................

2) Tuples.............................................

3) Set in Python.......................................

4) Dictionary..........................................

Chapter 6  - Object-Oriented Programming in Python.........

1) Theoretical concepts about OOP....................

2) Class in Python.....................................

3) Constructors and Destructors......................

4) Encapsulating elements of a class in Python........

5) Inheritance of a class in Python....................

Chapter 7  - Exceptions and File Operations in Python.........

I. Exceptions in Python................................

II. File Operations in Python...........................

Chapter 8  - Modules in Python.....................

What modules are and why do we use them..........

Examples of modules used with Python...............

a) Random module (have fun with random numbers) 

b) Pillow module for image processing................

c) Using sys mode & program arguments in Python...

d) Other examples of using modules in Python........

Introduction

F

irst of all, I want to congratulate you and thank you for deciding to invest in yourself and become better. I want to tell you that this guide will take you from 0 (in Python programming) and bring you to a basic level so that you are aware of how programming works and especially how you can create these programs.

We designed this book to help you learn programming. Is it worth your time? Considering the new skills, you'll have in the long run and the increase in self-esteem, then this is one of the efforts worth making.

A few words about Ramon Nastase, the author of the book

I consider myself to be an IT Optimist, passionate about Education. I believe in technology, I believe in education and its power to give us the Freedom, Progress and Joy of doing things every day that we each need.

This is why I have chosen to give a simple and clear form to the knowledge I have gained over the last 10 years and put it into a format that will help those who want a career in IT to start and succeed.

I am a trainer, author and co-founder of the educational platform TeachBit.ro which focuses on training and coaching people who want to start a career in IT & Digital. I like to make IT understandable to everyone. I have been a trainer in the corporate world and I know how important it is to explain complicated concepts as simply and clearly as possible. In the last 10 years of doing IT, I have had the opportunity to:

- we have personally trained over 300 people

- sustained over 1,000 hours of training

- train over 5,000 learners online

- attend and speak at dozens of conferences in the field

- develop an online community of over 100,000 people

Also during this period, I focused my attention on obtaining some renowned certifications in the field: Cisco CCNP, CCNA R&S, CCNA Voice, CCNA Security, CompTIA Security+, Linux LPIC-102

A few words about Gabriel Grecu, a contributor to the book

Hello! Gabriel here, passionate about science, about how things are made and how they work, with an analytical and algorithmic mindset to develop, apply and evolve through technology. You can find me on LinkedIn here. We intend this material to help you acquire the starting knowledge in the world of programming (with Python) so that you can achieve what you set out to do. We wish you good luck!

What you will get from this book

Once you go through this book, you'll be able to understand the basics and the basics of Python programming. Practically you will be able to create your programs and will be ready to begin to delve deeper into programming concepts. After finishing the book I recommend you start solving problems, to help you become an even better programmer so that you can get a job in IT (in the country or abroad) whenever you want. Let me show you some of the things you will learn here:

- How does the IT industry look like and what are the trends

- What you can do with Python

- How to start programming in Python in just 10 minutes (installation and creating your first program)

- Syntax and programming elements in Python

- Using conditional statements (if, for, while, switch)

- Fundamentals of OOP

- Working with files and exceptions in Python

- Data structures used to create different algorithms

- And much more :)

One thing I want you to know is: that if you're now starting in IT for the first time, this book is a pretty good start, giving you everything you need when it comes to the basics.

How to go through this book

This book is structured in 9 chapters with theory and examples covering different topics, belonging to the fundamental concepts of programming in Python. At the end of each chapter, you will find a set of exercises that aim to support your code writing skills.

To stay with all the programming information, I recommend that you go through the chapters one by one, without skipping over the points that seem familiar. I say this because I have met people who first read the whole book, and only then go on to the exercises. I'm not saying it's the wrong approach, but I would advise you to go through a chapter. When you come across examples or exercises, practice them on your PC. By writing down line by line the code from an example in this book, you will understand how important attention to detail is. I suggest you don't move on until you fully understand that code and can write it yourself without help. (Beware, if you want to copy-paste from the book to the code and want to give it a straight Run, chances are it won't work. I did this intentionally to encourage you to write the whole code yourself.) I know there will be some times when you have to put effort into understanding a concept, so I encourage you that when you get stuck, use Google Search and insist on finding a solution. I know that at school this is not encouraged, but here we are real-life grown-ups and we need information and useful advice.

How to approach the practical side

I have already explained how to go through the examples that will appear after explaining a concept in the theory. Now let's see how to approach the practical part where you have to come 100% with the solution: the exercises at the end of the chapters and three big projects. We have chosen them to help you practice your new knowledge after actively going through a chapter. They are a starting point against which you can measure your progress as you go through this book. Some of them may be a little harder than you initially expected, precisely to show you that you have a logic that you can develop, that you can evolve and that you have understood what was explained in the current chapter.

What's next

After you have finished this book, I advise you to go back to the first chapter and choose an area you want to excel. As you evolve, always be prepared to upgrade your knowledge because IT is an ever-evolving field. All you have to do is follow the information and advice step by step and put in the effort necessary to get where you want to be.

I wish you much success and good luck!

Ramon, who supports you in your growth process.

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