I'm looking for some good books to help me learn Python. I've found that reading and practicing what I've learned works best for me, rather than listening to lectures. I tend to zone out quickly when it comes to online learning, no matter the subject! Any suggestions?
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If you like the Head First series, there’s a new third edition of "Head First Python" out now that might be interesting!
You should check out "Python Crash Course" by Eric Matthes. It's a great resource for beginners and very hands-on!
Not exactly a book, but check out the free MOOC from the University of Helsinki called "Python Programming 2025." It's all text-based and super practice-oriented, really good for learning without the fluff.
Al Sweigart's "Automate the Boring Stuff with Python" is fantastic! It has a website that offers the first few chapters for free, which cover the basics really well. The rest deals with automation tasks. There's also a physical copy if you'd rather have that!
"Learning Python" by Mark Lutz is another classic. It's packed with info and goes deep into the language.
I totally vibe with you on learning styles! When I was learning C, I had to jot down notes or I'd just space out, too. It's all about finding what works for you!
You can find the free PDF of it online if you want to take a look before buying!