Reviews for Beginning Python: From Novice to Professional 2nd Edition (Books for Professionals by Professionals)

1. When is a Novice not a Beginner?

   Rated 2 out of 5 stars, March 12th, 2010

   A previous reviewer gave this book a very high rating: I cannot do that. Whilst I am not a complete beginner to programming, I found the book to be more demanding than I wanted. I have struggled painfully about halfway through it. I am making some progress but I intend to try "The Dummies Guide.."

2. Best Programming Book I own

   Rated 5 out of 5 stars, October 12th, 2009

   This is a very good book to get if you are new to python and programming.
   
   The book introduces all the concepets of programming wiht python in an easy to read manner.
   
   The really great thing about this book is the chapters that covered creating several different programmes. The programes are simple enough to fit in the book with out pages and pages of source code, and they are far more complex than the usual programmes you find in programming books. This makes it a great asset to people just trying to figure out how to put the basics together into a functional programmes.

3. Python For Beginners

   Rated 5 out of 5 stars, August 12th, 2009

   This book was and is perfect. Having come from a Delphi background I knew very little about Python. I had seen a few online tutorials but could get to grips with them. One in particular was the lambda function and how to use it, let alone list expressions.
   
   However, I can use both and have a firmer grasp of the python fundamentals. I would highly recommend this book for anyone who is beginning Python.

4. Fantastic introduction to Python!

   Rated 5 out of 5 stars, June 12st, 2009

   This is a great introduction to Python. People who can already program will find the book moves quickly enough, but beginners will by no means be lost.
   The book covers everything Python - including an introduction to some more advanced concepts like Django.
   At the end of the book, there are several fantastic projects which tech you to make something very cool - like a forum, a chat client (like MSN) and a file sharing server like Bit-torrent.
   
   A great book that I highly recommend!!

5. Well written and a great companion

   Rated 5 out of 5 stars, May 12th, 2009

   I bought this book having completed Dive Into Python by Mark Pilgrim (also on Apress).
   
   The two books complement each other perfectly; where Mark Pilgrim's book throws you straight into development, Magnus' book really takes the time to explain the inner workings of Python -- in fact, I'm currently using it as my reference book of choice.
   
   The book also includes some nice chapters on best practices in Python and has certainly helped me understand the concept of "pythonic" coding.
   
   This book is a good starting point for anyone wanting to learn Python -- and, along with Dive Into Python, will give you a firm grounding in the language.