Beginning Python for Non-Programmers
  • Cover
  • About the Author
  • Introduction to Programming
    • What is Programming?
    • What Programmers Do
    • The Mind of a Programmer
    • How Does a Programmer Think?
  • Programming Languages
    • Python
    • HTML / CSS
    • JavaScript / TypeScript
    • C, C++, C#
    • Java
    • SQL
  • Introduction to Python
    • What is Python?
    • Types of Python Programs
    • Core Tools for Python Programming
      • Python Interpreter
      • Jupyter Notebooks
      • Visual Studio Code
      • Python Playground
      • Pycharm Community Edition
  • Installing Python
    • Step-by-step guide for Windows Users
    • Step-by-step guide for Mac Users
  • Installing Visual Studio Code
    • Step-by-step guide for Windows Users
    • Step-by-step guide for Mac Users
  • Writing and Running Your First Python Program
  • Basic Concepts of Python Programming
  • Control Flow in Python
  • Functions and Reusability
  • Debugging and Problem Solving
  • Exploring More Python Concepts
  • Adding Python Packages with pip
  • Python Web Frameworks
  • Resources for Continued Learning
    • CodeAcademy.com
    • Python.org
    • SoloLearn.com
    • coursera.com
    • udemy.com
    • youtube.com
    • Code With Mosh
    • GameDev.tv
  • Staying Motivated and Practicing Regularly
  • Appendices
    • Beginner Project Ideas for Learning
    • Python Cheat Sheet
    • Frequently Asked Questions for Beginners
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