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Learn Python Programming

Learn Python Programming

By : Fabrizio Romano, Fabrizio Romano, Heinrich Kruger, Heinrich Kruger
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Learn Python Programming

Learn Python Programming

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By: Fabrizio Romano, Fabrizio Romano, Heinrich Kruger, Heinrich Kruger

Overview of this book

Learn Python Programming, Fourth Edition, provides a comprehensive, up-to-date introduction to Python programming, covering fundamental concepts and practical applications. This edition has been meticulously updated to include the latest features from Python versions 3.9 to 3.12, new chapters on type hinting and CLI applications, and updated examples reflecting modern Python web development practices. This Python book empowers you to take ownership of writing your software and become independent in fetching the resources you need. By the end of this book, you will have a clear idea of where to go and how to build on what you have learned from the book. Through examples, the book explores a wide range of applications and concludes by building real-world Python projects based on the concepts you have learned. This Python book offers a clear and practical guide to mastering Python and applying it effectively in various domains, such as data science, web development, and automation.
Table of Contents (20 chapters)
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Who is using Python today?

Python is used in many different contexts, such as system programming, web and API programming, GUI applications, gaming and robotics, rapid prototyping, system integration, data science, database applications, real-time communication, and much more. Several prestigious universities have also adopted Python as their main language in computer science courses.

Here is a list of major companies and organizations that are known to use Python in their technology stack, product development, data analysis, or automation processes:

  • Tech industry
    • Google: Uses Python for many tasks including backend services, data analysis, and artificial intelligence (AI)
    • Facebook: Utilizes Python for various purposes, including infrastructure management and operational automation
    • Instagram: Relies heavily on Python for its backend, making it one of the largest Django (a Python web framework) users
    • Spotify: Employs Python mainly for data analysis and backend services
    • Netflix: Uses Python for data analysis, operational automation, and security
  • Financial sector
    • JP Morgan Chase: Uses Python for financial models, data analysis, and algorithmic trading
    • Goldman Sachs: Employs Python for various financial models and applications
    • Bloomberg: Uses Python for financial data analysis and its Bloomberg Terminal interface
  • Technology and software
    • IBM: Utilizes Python for AI, machine learning, and cybersecurity
    • Intel: Uses Python for hardware testing and development processes
    • Dropbox: The desktop client is largely written in Python
  • Space and research
    • NASA: Uses Python for various purposes, including data analysis and system integration
    • CERN: Employs Python for data processing and analysis in physics experiments
  • Retail and e-Commerce
    • Amazon: Uses Python for data analysis, product recommendations, and operational automation
    • eBay: Utilizes Python for various backend services and data analysis
  • Entertainment and media
    • Pixar: Uses Python for animation software and scripting in the animation process
    • Industrial Light & Magic (ILM): Employs Python for visual effects and image processing
  • Education and learning platforms
    • Coursera: Utilizes Python for web development and backend services
    • Khan Academy: Uses Python for educational content delivery and backend services
  • Government and non-profit
    • The United States Federal Government: Has various departments and agencies using Python for data analysis, cybersecurity, and automation
    • The Raspberry Pi Foundation: Uses Python as a primary programming language for educational purposes and projects
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