Python Projects

Boost your Python skills with practical real–world projects

Bridging the gap between learning and doing, this book walks you through the where and how of real–world Python programming with practical, actionable guidance. Focused on functionality, the hands–on instruction covers the basic application set–up and library construction and packaging to help you move beyond tutorials and start building projects, with the help of veteran Python trainers who provide valuable insight along the way. You should be familiar with the basic syntax of the core Python language, and ready to develop your skills to become proficient in the practical application of this top programming language.

Python Projects:

Learn how Python works in the real world to complete daily tasks and bring efficiency to business Discover how libraries work, where to use them, and the best places to get them Set up development environments using Virtualenv, Pip, and more Create, package, and share libraries with other users in the Python community Build projects with a layered approach, using libraries to add function at each iteration Apply Python to real–world intermediate–level projects to gain confidence for larger open–source projects

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Laura Cassell is the founder of PyLadies Atlanta. She taught Python and JavaScript for Big Nerd Ranch, and is now an engineering manager for the Python team at New Relic.

Alan Gauld is an enterprise architect working in the telecommunications and customer service industries. He has used Python since 1998, and is a moderator and active participant in the python–tutor mailing list.

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