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# Introduction to Computation and Programming Using Python, second edition: With Application to Understanding Data

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Review: Excellent book for both beginners and seasoned programmers who want to know Python - This book is very concise (in less than 300 pages), yet very clear. What's truly amazing about this text is that it covers a lot of topics from Python basics to data structures, algorithms, testing & debugging, statistics, simulation, visualization and even machine learning! If this is your first course in CS, you actually get a chance to taste the flavors of most of higher-level courses you would take later in college. And again in less than 300 pages. Personally, I programmed in Java and C++. I wanted to know Python since it is a simple language (compared to C++) and there are many useful packages to use too. I don't want a 1000-page huge book that explains every traits of this language.I simply don't have the time nor do I need it, since I know what programming is about. I'm looking for a light book which explains language basics (like syntax) and its application. This book is such a perfect fit! You learned the basics and immediately put them to use. I'd recommend it to anyone who wants to know Python and apply it quickly, whether you are a beginner or already a programmer like myself.
Review: Found this book in my home after having purchased two years ago... - It ages well There are some really eloquent things you can do in Python, since dict and json are so interrelated. This work really starts of in a relevant way, with techniques that are easy to remember and some advanced chapters that even seasoned data scientists could use. What I find most refreshing is that the topics are not copy-pasta to include any beginner topics or waste any time on explaining high-school level CS curricula. The topics are more about performant ways to deal with data and common challenges that arise when working with other SDK's and external data, such as when you have a work project and need to interact with other language-agnostic processes with industry-standard techniques and responses. I personally use Flask, Bottle, and as much as the language-provided packages as possible when creating new software.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #211,112 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #87 in Computer Programming Languages #97 in Introductory & Beginning Programming #157 in Python Programming |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (462) |
| Dimensions  | 7 x 0.84 x 8.94 inches |
| Edition  | 2nd |
| ISBN-10  | 0262529629 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0262529624 |
| Item Weight  | 1.64 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 466 pages |
| Publication date  | August 12, 2016 |
| Publisher  | The MIT Press |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent book for both beginners and seasoned programmers who want to know Python
*by A***Y on August 6, 2014*

This book is very concise (in less than 300 pages), yet very clear. What's truly amazing about this text is that it covers a lot of topics from Python basics to data structures, algorithms, testing & debugging, statistics, simulation, visualization and even machine learning! If this is your first course in CS, you actually get a chance to taste the flavors of most of higher-level courses you would take later in college. And again in less than 300 pages. Personally, I programmed in Java and C++. I wanted to know Python since it is a simple language (compared to C++) and there are many useful packages to use too. I don't want a 1000-page huge book that explains every traits of this language.I simply don't have the time nor do I need it, since I know what programming is about. I'm looking for a light book which explains language basics (like syntax) and its application. This book is such a perfect fit! You learned the basics and immediately put them to use. I'd recommend it to anyone who wants to know Python and apply it quickly, whether you are a beginner or already a programmer like myself.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Found this book in my home after having purchased two years ago...
*by G***S on March 8, 2020*

It ages well There are some really eloquent things you can do in Python, since dict and json are so interrelated. This work really starts of in a relevant way, with techniques that are easy to remember and some advanced chapters that even seasoned data scientists could use. What I find most refreshing is that the topics are not copy-pasta to include any beginner topics or waste any time on explaining high-school level CS curricula. The topics are more about performant ways to deal with data and common challenges that arise when working with other SDK's and external data, such as when you have a work project and need to interact with other language-agnostic processes with industry-standard techniques and responses. I personally use Flask, Bottle, and as much as the language-provided packages as possible when creating new software.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Broad Intro
*by K***P on February 22, 2014*

I used this textbook along with the MIT online course 6.01 on edX.com. Overall I thought it was well written and structured, my biggest qualm was that explanations were not always given for code. Considering how small the text is, I think they could have given readers better explanations in certain places without making the book too long. Pros: -Covers a little material on many subjects and provides a thorough introduction to computer science. Cons: -Like other reviewers have said, much of the textbook is word for word from the online lectures. -Does not fully explain every piece of code. When explanations are given, they are not comprehensive and the reader is expected to look at other sources. -Not really a standalone introduction, without the online course one will not fully grasp the concepts.

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