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Learning Advanced Python by Studying Open Source Projects
This book is one of its own kind. It is not an encyclopedia or a hands-on tutorial that traps readers in the tutorial-hell. It is a distillation of just one common Python user’s learning experience. The experience is packaged with exceptional teaching techniques, careful dependence unraveling and most importantly, passion.Learning Advanced Python by Studying Open Source Projects helps readers overcome the difficulty in their day-to-day tasks and seek insights from solutions in famous open source projects. Different from a technical manual, this book mixes the technical knowledge, real-world applications and more theoretical content, providing readers with a practical and engaging approach to learning Python.Throughout the book, readers will learn how to write Python code that is efficient, readable, and maintainable, covering key topics such as data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, and more. The author's passion for Python shines through in the book, making it an enjoyable and inspiring read for both beginners and experienced programmers.
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Python für Dummies Alles-in-einem-Band
Python programmieren lernen lohnt sich. Es ist eine moderne sich ständig weiterentwickelnde Programmiersprache. Dieses Buch hilft Ihnen, wenn Sie Python von der Pike auf lernen wollen, aber auch mehr als nur die Grundlagen verstehen wollen. Johannes Hofmeister erklärt Ihnen Grundlagen wie Syntax, Module und Basic-Funktionen und schreitet dann zu fort zu höheren Konzepten wie Funktionen und Objekte. Er zeigt Ihnen auch, wie Sie diese testen können, um fehlerfrei Software zu schreiben. Danach widmet sich der Autor Internettechnologien wie E-Mail, Apis und Browsing und erklärt Ihnen, wie Sie mit Django eine Webanwendung bauen. Sie erfahren, wie Sie mithilfe von Python komplexe Datensätze analysieren und zuletzt beweist Ihnen der Autor, wie vielseitig nutzbar Python ist.
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Challenging Programming in Python: A Problem Solving Perspective
This book aims to strengthen programming skills and foster creative thinking by presenting and solving 90 challenging problems. The book is intended for individuals with elementary, intermediate, and advanced Python programming skills who aspire to take their abilities to the next level. Additionally, the book is valuable for individuals interested in enhancing their creative thinking and logical reasoning skills. It is a self-instructional book meant to provide readers with the ability to solve challenging problems independently. The presented challenges are lucidly and succinctly expressed, facilitating readers to follow along and comprehend the problem-solving process. The challenges cover various fields, making it suitable for a wide range of individuals. The book is divided into eight chapters, beginning with an introduction in chapter one. The second chapter presents essential Python basics for programming challenging problems, while the subsequent chapters focus on specific types of challenges. These include math-based challenges in chapter three, number-based challenges in chapter four, string-based challenges in chapter five, game-based challenges in chapter six, count-based challenges in chapter seven, and miscellaneous challenges in chapter eight. Each chapter comprises a set of challenges with examples, hints, algorithms, and Python code solutions. The target audience of the book includes computer science and engineering students, teachers, software developers, and participants in programming competitions.
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Python Using GPT-5 and Gemini
Python Using GPT-5 and Gemini provides a practical, up-to-date guide that combines solid Python programming skills with real-world integration of today’s leading large language models. The book teaches essential Python techniques while showing readers exactly how to connect and use GPT-5, Google Gemini, Claude, Grok, Perplexity, and other major models in their daily work.Readers will gain a strong foundation in Python data structures, comprehensions, generators, regular expressions, and object-oriented programming. The book then moves into detailed coverage of GPT-5 (including GPT-5.4 and GPT-5.3 Instant), Gemini 3.1, Claude Mythos and Opus 4.6, along with practical Python code samples for chatbots, tool calling, data analysis, graphics generation, and integration with PowerPoint and Excel. Additional chapters explore LLM benchmarks, deceptive behaviors such as alignment faking and scheming, military AI applications, and comparisons between the major models, giving readers clear insight into their relative strengths and limitations.This book is written for intermediate Python developers, data scientists, technical professionals, and anyone who wants to move beyond basic prompting and build production-ready applications that effectively combine Python with the latest generation of large language models.
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Python for Cybersecurity
Discover an up-to-date and authoritative exploration of Python cybersecurity strategies Python For Cybersecurity: Using Python for Cyber Offense and Defense delivers an intuitive and hands-on explanation of using Python for cybersecurity. It relies on the MITRE ATT&CK framework to structure its exploration of cyberattack techniques, attack defenses, and the key cybersecurity challenges facing network administrators and other stakeholders today. Offering downloadable sample code, the book is written to help you discover how to use Python in a wide variety of cybersecurity situations, including: Reconnaissance, resource development, initial access, and executionPersistence, privilege escalation, defense evasion, and credential accessDiscovery, lateral movement, collection, and command and controlExfiltration and impact Each chapter includes discussions of several techniques and sub-techniques that could be used to achieve an attacker's objectives in any of these use cases. The ideal resource for anyone with a professional or personal interest in cybersecurity, Python For Cybersecurity offers in-depth information about a wide variety of attacks and effective, Python-based defenses against them.
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Deep Reinforcement Learning with Python
Gain a theoretical understanding to the most popular libraries in deep reinforcement learning (deep RL). This new edition focuses on the latest advances in deep RL using a learn-by-coding approach, allowing readers to assimilate and replicate the latest research in this field. New agent environments ranging from games, and robotics to finance are explained to help you try different ways to apply reinforcement learning. A chapter on multi-agent reinforcement learning covers how multiple agents compete, while another chapter focuses on the widely used deep RL algorithm, proximal policy optimization (PPO). You'll see how reinforcement learning with human feedback (RLHF) has been used by chatbots, built using Large Language Models, e.g. ChatGPT to improve conversational capabilities.You'll also review the steps for using the code on multiple cloud systems and deploying models on platforms such as Hugging Face Hub. The code is in Jupyter Notebook, which canbe run on Google Colab, and other similar deep learning cloud platforms, allowing you to tailor the code to your own needs. Whether it’s for applications in gaming, robotics, or Generative AI, Deep Reinforcement Learning with Python will help keep you ahead of the curve.What You'll LearnExplore Python-based RL libraries, including StableBaselines3 and CleanRL Work with diverse RL environments like Gymnasium, Pybullet, and Unity MLUnderstand instruction finetuning of Large Language Models using RLHF and PPOStudy training and optimization techniques using HuggingFace, Weights and Biases, and Optuna Who This Book Is ForSoftware engineers and machine learning developers eager to sharpen their understanding of deep RL and acquire practical skills in implementing RL algorithms fromscratch.
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Adventures in Python
The complete beginner's guide to Python, for young people who want to start today Adventures in Python is designed for 11-to 15-year olds who want to teach themselves Python programming, but don't know where to start. Even if you have no programming experience at all, this easy to follow format and clear, simple instruction will get you up and running quickly. The book walks you through nine projects that teach you the fundamentals of programming in general, and Python in particular, gradually building your skills until you have the confidence and ability to tackle your own projects. Video clips accompany each chapter to provide even more detailed explanation of important concepts, so you feel supported every step of the way. Python is one of the top programming languages worldwide, with an install base in the millions. It's a favourite language at Google, YouTube, the BBC, and Spotify, and is the primary programming language for the Raspberry Pi. As an open-source language, Python is freely downloadable, with extensive libraries readily available, making it an ideal entry into programming for the beginner. Adventures in Python helps you get started, giving you the foundation you need to follow your curiosity. Start learning Python at its most basic levelLearn where to acquire Python and how to set it upUnderstand Python syntax and interpretation for module programmingDevelop the skills that apply to any programming language Python programming skills are invaluable, and developing proficiency gives you a head start in learning other languages like C++, Objective-C, and Java. When learning feels like fun, you won't ever want to stop – so get started today with Adventures in Python.
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Unlocking Python
A fun and practical guide to learning Python with a special focus on data science, web scraping, and web applications In Unlocking Python: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners, veteran software engineer, educator, and author Ryan Mitchell delivers an intuitive, engaging, and practical roadmap to Python programming. The author walks you through the vocabulary, tools, foundational knowledge, and occasional pop-culture references you'll need to hone your skills with this popular programming language. You'll learn how to install and run Python on your own machine, get up and coding with the language quickly, and best practices for programming both independently and in the workplace. You'll also find: Key concepts in computer and data science explained from the ground upAdvanced Python topics such as logging, unit testing, multiprocessing, and interacting with databases.Introductions to some of Python's most popular third-party libraries: Flask, Django, Scrapy, Scikit-Learn, Numpy, and PandasAmusing anecdotes from the trenches of industry Perfect for tech-savvy professionals at any stage of their careers who are interested in diving into Python programming. Unlocking Python is also a must-read for readers who work in a technical role but are interested in getting more directly involved with programming, as well as non-Python programmers who want to apply their technical skill to a new language.
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Test-Driven Development with Python
The third edition of this trusted guide demonstrates the practical advantages of test-driven development (TDD) with Python and describes how to develop a real web application. You'll learn how to write and run tests before building each part of your app and then develop the minimum amount of code required to pass those tests. The result? Clean code that works. In the process, author Harry Percival teaches software and web developers the basics of Django, Selenium, Git, JavaScript, and Mock libraries, along with current web development techniques. This book--updated for Python 3.14 and Django 4--clearly demonstrates how TDD encourages simple designs and inspires confidence. Fully updated, this third edition addresses: The TDD workflow, including the unit test/code cycle and refactoring Unit tests for classes and functions and functional tests for user interactions within the browser Mock objects and the pros and cons of isolated versus integrated tests Testing and automation of deployments with a staging server Tests applied to the third-party plug-ins you integrate into your site Automatic tests using a continuous integration environment Using TDD to build a REST API with a JavaScript frontend interface
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Learn Programming in Python with Cody Jackson
Kick-start your development journey with this end-to-end guide that covers Python programming fundamentals along with application developmentKey FeaturesGain a solid understanding of Python programming with coverage of data structures and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)Design graphical user interfaces for desktops with libraries such as Kivy and TkinterWrite elegant, reusable, and efficient code Book DescriptionPython is a cross-platform language used by organizations such as Google and NASA. It lets you work quickly and efficiently, allowing you to concentrate on your work rather than the language. Based on his personal experiences when learning to program, Learn Programming in Python with Cody Jackson provides a hands-on introduction to computer programming utilizing one of the most readable programming languages–Python. It aims to educate readers regarding software development as well as help experienced developers become familiar with the Python language, utilizing real-world lessons to help readers understand programming concepts quickly and easily. The book starts with the basics of programming, and describes Python syntax while developing the skills to make complete programs. In the first part of the book, readers will be going through all the concepts with short and easy-to-understand code samples that will prepare them for the comprehensive application built in parts 2 and 3. The second part of the book will explore topics such as application requirements, building the application, testing, and documentation. It is here that you will get a solid understanding of building an end-to-end application in Python. The next part will show you how to complete your applications by converting text-based simulation into an interactive, graphical user interface, using a desktop GUI framework. After reading the book, you will be confident in developing a complete application in Python, from program design to documentation to deployment.What you will learnUse the interactive shell for prototyping and code execution, including variable assignment Deal with program errors by learning when to manually throw exceptions Employ exceptions for code management Enhance code by utilizing Python's built-in shortcuts to improve efficiency and make coding easier Interact with files and package Python data for network transfer or storage Understand how tests drive code writing, and vice versaExplore the different frameworks that are available for GUI developmentWho this book is forLearn Programming in Python with Cody Jackson is for beginners or novice programmers who have no programming background and wish to take their first step in software development. This book will also be beneficial for intermediate programmers and will provide deeper insights into effective coding practices in Python.
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Dive Into Python
* Quick start to learning python—very example oriented approach * Book has its own Web site established by the author: http://diveintopython.org/ Author is well known in the Open Source community and the book has a unique quick approach to learning an object oriented language.
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CPython
Deep Dive CPython explores the internal mechanics of CPython, the widely used Python interpreter written in C. Starting with a practical guide on downloading and compiling the CPython source, this book is perfect for developers eager to understand Python's behaviour at a fundamental level. The book takes readers from basic concepts to complex details with a systematic breakdown of core components. It covers everything from CPython's data structures like PyObject and PyTypeObject to object lifecycle management, giving insight into memory allocation and object reference counting. Each chapter illustrates CPython's architecture, such as Python's "everything is an object" philosophy, list handling, string manipulation, and dictionary operations. Readers will explore Python's REPL modifications, string internals, and custom type creation with practical examples, like crafting a "backflipping" PyKittyType. Detailed sections on Python's virtual machine operations, bytecode generation, and exception handling enrich readers' understanding of how Python code is parsed, compiled, and executed. This book is a thorough guide for readers who want to go beyond basic Python use and understand how it works internally. Covering complex concepts like generators, iterators, descriptors, and metaclasses, this book equips readers with a thorough grasp of Python's performance optimization and design complexities. What you will learn: How to download, compile, and modify CPython's source codeGain insight into fundamental structures like PyObject and PyTypeObject, Understand Python's detailed handling of lists, strings, dictionaries, and the REPL environment.What are bytecode generation, custom types, and the inner workings of Python's virtual machine. Who this book is for: Python programmers aiming to gain a deeper understanding of Python's internals and move beyond standard usage, as well as software professionals interested in CPython's C-based implementation and core architecture.
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Metaprogramming with Python
A practical approach to metaprogramming with real-world examples that enables the development of advanced frameworks, libraries, and applications using PythonKey FeaturesLearn applied metaprogramming through a simple step-by-step approachWork with easily understandable examples and explanations that take you deep into the theory of metaprogrammingGet practical experience in writing reusable code with real-world examplesBook DescriptionEffective and reusable code makes your application development process seamless and easily maintainable. With Python, you will have access to advanced metaprogramming features that you can use to build high-performing applications. The book starts by introducing you to the need and applications of metaprogramming, before navigating the fundamentals of object-oriented programming. Next, you will learn about simple decorators, work with metaclasses, and later focus on introspection and reflection. You'll also delve into generics and typing before defining templates for algorithms. As you progress, you will understand your code using abstract syntax trees and explore method resolution order. This Python book also shows you how to create your own dynamic objects before structuring the objects through design patterns. Finally, you will learn simple code-generation techniques along with discovering best practices and eventually building your own applications. By the end of this learning journey, you'll have acquired the skills and confidence you need to design and build reusable high-performing applications that can solve real-world problems.What you will learnUnderstand the programming paradigm of metaprogramming and its needRevisit the fundamentals of object-oriented programmingDefine decorators and work with metaclassesEmploy introspection and reflection on your codeApply generics, typing, and templates to enhance your codeGet to grips with the structure of your code through abstract syntax trees and the behavior through method resolution orderCreate dynamic objects and generate dynamic codeUnderstand various design patterns and best practicesWho this book is forIf you are an intermediate-level Python programmer looking to enhance your coding skills by developing reusable and advanced frameworks, then this book is for you. Basic knowledge of Python programming will help you get the most out of this learning journey.
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