This textbook is designed to learn python programming from scratch. At the beginning of the book general problem solving concepts such as types of problems, difficulties in problem solving, and problem solving aspects are discussed. From this book, you will start learning the Python programming by knowing about the variables, constants, keywords, data types, indentation and various programming constructs. The most commonly used types such as Lists, Tuples, dictionaries are also discussed with necessary examples and illustrations. The book includes the concepts of functions, lambda functions, modules and strings. In the later part of this book the concept of object oriented programming using Python is discussed in detail. Finally how to handle files and directories using Python is discussed. At the end of book some sample programs in Python are given that are based on the programming constructs. Python will be most demanded language after Java in future. So learning Python is need for today’s software professionals. This book serves the purpose of teaching Python programming in the simplest and easiest manner.

Unlock the World of Coding with "Introduction to Programming and Problem Solving Using Python" ' This book serves as your friendly guide to the world of programming, using Python as the key to unlock its vast potential. With a hands-on approach and real-world examples, you'll discover the beauty of Python's simplicity and versatility, whether you're a complete beginner or coming from another programming background. Learn to think like a programmer as you tackle common coding challenges and build your problem-solving skills step by step. From mastering the fundamentals of Python syntax to building a logical thought process required for coding, this book empowers you to write efficient, elegant code that solves real-world problems. Salient features of the book: · Suitable for the beginners as well as intermediate level programmers · Numerous interesting programming examples are provided with due explanation · End of the chapter exercises for additional practice · Programs are based on Python Version 3.0 and above · Special chapter on small projects in Python, prepares you for the professional level of coding Join us on this exciting journey and watch as the world of coding unfolds before your eyes.

Dr.N.Thinaharan, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Thanthai Hans Roever College Autonomous , Perambalur,Tamil Nadu, India. Mr.K.Sundaravadivelu, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science,School of Information Technology, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. Dr.K.Mahesh Babu, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Bishop Heber College Autonomous, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India. Dr.T.Arul Mozhidevan, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer science, Bishop Heber College Autonomous, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India. Mrs.K.Saraswathi,Assistant Professor, Department of Computer science, Thanthai Hans Roever College Autonomous, Perambalur,Tamil Nadu, India.

Praise for the first edition: "The well-written, comprehensive book...[is] aiming to become a de facto reference for the language and its features and capabilities. The pace is appropriate for beginners; programming concepts are introduced progressively through a range of examples and then used as tools for building applications in various domains, including sophisticated data structures and algorithms...Highly recommended. Students of all levels, faculty, and professionals/practitioners.—D. Papamichail, University of Miami in CHOICE Magazine Mark Lewis’ Introduction to the Art of Programming Using Scala was the first textbook to use Scala for introductory CS courses. Fully revised and expanded, the new edition of this popular text has been divided into two books. Introduction to Programming and Problem-Solving Using Scala is designed to be used in first semester college classrooms to teach students beginning programming with Scala. The book focuses on the key topics students need to know in an introductory course, while also highlighting the features that make Scala a great programming language to learn. The book is filled with end-of-chapter projects and exercises, and the authors have also posted a number of different supplements on the book website. Video lectures for each chapter in the book are also available on YouTube. The videos show construction of code from the ground up and this type of "live coding" is invaluable for learning to program, as it allows students into the mind of a more experienced programmer, where they can see the thought processes associated with the development of the code. About the Authors Mark Lewis is a Professor at Trinity University. He teaches a number of different courses, spanning from first semester introductory courses to advanced seminars. His research interests included simulations and modeling, programming languages, and numerical modeling of rings around planets with nearby moons. Lisa Lacher is an Assistant Professor at the University of Houston, Clear Lake with over 25 years of professional software development experience. She teaches a number of different courses spanning from first semester introductory courses to graduate level courses. Her research interests include Computer Science Education, Agile Software Development, Human Computer Interaction and Usability Engineering, as well as Measurement and Empirical Software Engineering.

This book aims to strengthen programming skills and foster creative thinking by presenting and solving 90 challenging problems. The book is intended for individuals with elementary, intermediate, and advanced Python programming skills who aspire to take their abilities to the next level. Additionally, the book is valuable for individuals interested in enhancing their creative thinking and logical reasoning skills. It is a self-instructional book meant to provide readers with the ability to solve challenging problems independently. The presented challenges are lucidly and succinctly expressed, facilitating readers to follow along and comprehend the problem-solving process. The challenges cover various fields, making it suitable for a wide range of individuals. The book is divided into eight chapters, beginning with an introduction in chapter one. The second chapter presents essential Python basics for programming challenging problems, while the subsequent chapters focus on specific types of challenges. These include math-based challenges in chapter three, number-based challenges in chapter four, string-based challenges in chapter five, game-based challenges in chapter six, count-based challenges in chapter seven, and miscellaneous challenges in chapter eight. Each chapter comprises a set of challenges with examples, hints, algorithms, and Python code solutions. The target audience of the book includes computer science and engineering students, teachers, software developers, and participants in programming competitions.

An introductory text that teaches students the art of computational problem solving, covering topics that range from simple algorithms to information visualization.

This book introduces Python programming language and fundamental concepts in algorithms and computing. Its target audience includes students and engineers with little or no background in programming, who need to master a practical programming language and learn the basic thinking in computer science/programming. The main contents come from lecture notes for engineering students from all disciplines, and has received high ratings. Its materials and ordering have been adjusted repeatedly according to classroom reception. Compared to alternative textbooks in the market, this book introduces the underlying Python implementation of number, string, list, tuple, dict, function, class, instance and module objects in a consistent and easy-to-understand way, making assignment, function definition, function call, mutability and binding environments understandable inside-out. By giving the abstraction of implementation mechanisms, this book builds a solid understanding of the Python programming language.

Introduction -- Programming with numbers and strings -- Decsions -- Loops -- Functions -- Lists -- Files and exceptions -- Sets and dictionaries -- Objects and classes -- Inheritance -- Recursion -- Sorting and searching.

Look at Python from a data science point of view and learn proven techniques for data visualization as used in making critical business decisions. Starting with an introduction to data science with Python, you will take a closer look at the Python environment and get acquainted with editors such as Jupyter Notebook and Spyder. After going through a primer on Python programming, you will grasp fundamental Python programming techniques used in data science. Moving on to data visualization, you will see how it caters to modern business needs and forms a key factor in decision-making. You will also take a look at some popular data visualization libraries in Python. Shifting focus to data structures, you will learn the various aspects of data structures from a data science perspective. You will then work with file I/O and regular expressions in Python, followed by gathering and cleaning data. Moving on to exploring and analyzing data, you will look at advanced data structures in Python. Then, you will take a deep dive into data visualization techniques, going through a number of plotting systems in Python. In conclusion, you will complete a detailed case study, where you’ll get a chance to revisit the concepts you’ve covered so far. What You Will LearnUse Python programming techniques for data science Master data collections in Python Create engaging visualizations for BI systems Deploy effective strategies for gathering and cleaning data Integrate the Seaborn and Matplotlib plotting systems Who This Book Is For Developers with basic Python programming knowledge looking to adopt key strategies for data analysis and visualizations using Python.

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