{"product_id":"9781836646327","title":"Python Illustrated: Not another boring Python book, learn programming the fun way","description":"\u003cb\u003eLearn Python coding concepts the fun way through humour, storytelling, and beginner-friendly examples that make your first step into the world of Python programming enjoyable\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow an adorable, illustrated teaching cat with sharp coding instincts as your guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild confidence and coding skills with step-by-step explanations that gradually increase your understanding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforce your learning through mini-projects and exercises at the end of every chapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Description\u003c\/strong\u003eThis is not your average Python programming book, because the world doesn’t need another one of those. Instead, it’s an illustrated, fun, and hands-on guide that treats learning Python like the adventure it should be. It’s designed especially for beginners who want to understand how code works without getting overwhelmed. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eYou’ll be guided by a cheeky, know-it-all cat who’s surprisingly good at teaching Python from scratch. Don’t worry about going through it alone; a slightly moody dachshund dog is your study buddy, learning right alongside you. Each chapter introduces a core programming concept, explains it with a playful twist, and reinforces it through human-friendly examples, analogies, and exercises. Whether you’re a software professional or someone who’s never written a single line of code, this book will help you build real Python coding skills… and even enjoy the process (shocking, right?). \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eForget dry tutorials and walls of text. Python Illustrated speaks to visual learners, creative thinkers, cat lovers, dog lovers, and anyone who prefers their learning with a dash of humor. From writing your first function to understanding object-oriented programming, you’ll build a solid foundation in Python (without the usual headaches). \u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet up Python and write your first program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand variables, data types, and conditional statements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse loops, lists, dictionaries, and tuples to handle data efficiently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrite and use functions to create reusable code\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManage files and understand object-oriented programming and inheritance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDebug your Python code to ensure it works flawlessly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover how you can keep learning and building beyond this book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this book is for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is ideal for anyone with a sense of humour who’s new to Python or programming in general. It takes a step-by-step hands-on approach that will work for anyone with a practical mindset. Whether you're a student or a professional developer looking to expand your skill set, this book offers a comprehensive and enjoyable learning experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Packt Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47829559640305,"sku":"9781836646327","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/5433\/7265\/files\/9781836646327_p0.jpg?v=1772099152","url":"https:\/\/shop.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781836646327","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble","version":"1.0","type":"link"}