Python Tricks
Dan Bader
If you need help writing programs in Python 3, or want to update older Python 2 code, this book is just the ticket.
Score based on developer article recommendations — not sales data or reviews.
🟢 Developer Verdict
An intermediate guide to writing Pythonic code and applying best practices through practical examples and a step-by-step approach.
Read this if
- ✓ You want to elevate your Python code from functional to truly Pythonic.
- ✓ You seek practical best practices, including PEP8 guidelines, for cleaner Python.
- ✓ You prefer learning advanced Python features through concise, digestible "tricks".
Skip this for now if
- ✗ You are a complete beginner to Python programming concepts and syntax.
- ✗ You need a deep dive into advanced data structures or algorithm design.
- ✗ You are looking for a theoretical computer science textbook on Python.
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"I created a great list of learning resources that you can add to your pocket."
— tracycss · 40+ Python resources you should have · Dec 13, 2020
"you can combine this book with **"Python Tricks: A Buffet of Awesome Python Features"** by Dan Bader, other awesome books to learn some advanced Python tips."
— javinpaul · Top 5 Books to learn Python for Beginners - Best of Lot · Jan 8, 2020
"Python Tricks by Dan Bader, which I got from a Humble Book Bundle."
— amychan331 · Python Resources I am using - Beginner to Intermediate · Jan 16, 2021
Based on 4 developer article mentions
👤 Who Should Read This
Best for
- • Developers who want to write better code
Less ideal for
- • Complete beginners in software engineering
- • Readers looking for gentle, step-by-step introductions
- • Readers looking only for quick interview patterns
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