Teach Yourself VISUALLY Python [Paperback]

A simple, straightforward, and hands-on roadmap to the world of computer programming with Python

Teach Yourself VISUALLY: Python is your personal guide to getting you started in programming. As one of the world's most popularand most accessiblecoding languages, Python is your gateway into the wide and wonderful world of computer science. This hands-on guide walks you through Python step by clearly illustrated step, from writing your very first Python code in a terminal window or the VS Code app through to creating your own lists, dictionaries, and custom classes.

In the book, youll learn to:

• Install Python and the tools you need to work with it on Windows, macOS, and Linux
• Work with files and folders, manipulate text, and create powerful functions that do exactly what you want
• Write clean code that makes decisions effectively, repeats actions as needed, and handles any errors that occur

A must-have resource for aspiring programmers starting from the very beginning, Teach Yourself VISUALLY: Python is also an indispensable handbook for programmers making a transition from another language.

Chapter 1 Getting Ready to Work with Python

Understanding What Python Is and Does 4

Choose the Right Version of Python 6

Install Python on Windows 8

Install Python on the Mac 12

Install Python on Linux If Necessary 14

Learn About Development Tools for Python 16

Download and Install Visual Studio Code 20

Get Started with Visual Studio Code and Apply a Theme 22

Install Visual Studio Code Extensions for Python 24

Configure Visual Studio Code for Working lƒ&