Hey everyone! I've been coding in Python for a few years now, and I really want to dive deeper into the language and understand it better. I'm looking for a book that provides a thorough overview of Python and its standard library, somewhat like Bjarne Stroustrup's "The C++ Programming Language," which is a bit lengthy but very informative. I've checked out O'Reilly, but most of the titles seem to be either beginner-friendly, focused on specific topics like machine learning, or just cookbooks. Maybe I'm not searching correctly? If you have any recommendations, I'd greatly appreciate it! By the way, I found out that "Fluent Python" is suggested as a good fit. Thanks to u/SoftwareDoctor for that!
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Have you considered checking out the official Python documentation? While it can be a bit dry, it does cover the standard library in detail and could serve as a good reference for technical aspects.
"Fluent Python" is exactly what you need! It's pretty comprehensive and covers the nuances of the language. You'll find it engaging and informative, despite its length. Perfect for someone at your level!
I was going to suggest that too! It's over 1000 pages but so valuable for truly understanding Python.
Docs, huh? That’s an option, but I feel like they miss the bigger picture. I want something that reads like a narrative, not just a dry reference manual. Looking for something I can really immerse myself in for a week!
Totally agree! I just skimmed through a few random pages, and it’s definitely what I was after. Appreciate the quick responses!