What Every Engineer Should Know About Python (CRC Press)
Monday, 23 June 2025

This book offers engineers a straightforward and practical introduction to Python for technical programming and broader uses to enhance productivity. Raymond Madachy focuses on the core features of Python most relevant to engineering tasks, avoids computer science jargon, and emphasizes writing useful software while effectively making use of generative AI.

 

Author: Raymond Madachy
Publisher: CRC Press
Date: May 2025
Pages: 292
ISBN: 978-1032355627
Print: 103235562X
Kindle: B0F76K52F3
Audience: Engineers interested in Python
Level: Intermediate
Category: Python

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Topics include: 

  • Features examples tied to real-world engineering scenarios that are easily adapted
  • Explains how to leverage the vast ecosystem of open-source Python packages for scientific applications, rather than developing new software from scratch
  • Covers the incorporation of Python into engineering designs and systems, whether web-based, desktop, or embedded
  • Provides guidance on optimizing generative AI with Python, including case study examples
  • Describes software tool environments and development practices for the rapid creation of high-quality software
  • Demonstrates how Python can improve personal and organizational productivity through workflow automation
  • Directs readers to further resources for exploring advanced Python features

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