This book introduces you to Python's fundamentals, working with the built-in data structures and functions. Author Paul Barry then moves on to show you building your very own webapp, exploring database management, exception handling, and data wrangling. If you're intrigued by what you can do with context managers, decorators, comprehensions, and generators, it's all here. Although this is billed as a second edition, not only does is it greatly expanded, it is also extensively re-written.

Author: Paul Barry
Publisher: O'Reilly
Date: December 2016
Pages: 624
ISBN: 978-1491919538
Print: 1491919531
Kindle: B01N0GU0OC
Audience: Would-be Python developers
Level: Introductory, although you need familiarity with another programming language.
Category: Python

The design of the book, in common with other titles in the Head First series, is based on the latest research in cognitive science and learning theory,  and uses a visually rich format to engage your mind, rather than a text-heavy approach that puts you to sleep. The argument is, why waste your time struggling with new concepts? This multi-sensory learning experience is designed for the way your brain really works.

For more recommendations of Python books see Python Books For Beginners and Books for Pythonistas.

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