Zed Shaw
Master Python and become a programmer - even if you never thought you could. This breakthrough book and CD can help practically anyone get started in programming. Zed A.
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Zed Shaw
Master Python and become a programmer - even if you never thought you could. This breakthrough book and CD can help practically anyone get started in programming. Zed A.
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A practical, hands-on guide to learning Python from scratch, emphasizing repetition and active coding for beginners.
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Cited by 12 different developers, each bringing their own experience and perspective.
Valued for its practical approach — concepts connect directly to real-world engineering decisions and daily work.
"If I never need to learn another language, I'll probably look for a Hard Way book."
— alli · What Happened When I Learned Java and Python at the Same Time · Aug 14, 2019
"7. Learn Python the Hard Way by Zed Shaw (21.1% recommended)"
— daolf · The 25 most recommended Python books of all-time. · Mar 4, 2020
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— karaluton · Beginner Python Resources Recommended by the Tech Community · Jul 12, 2019
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