The Practice of Computing Using Python, Global Edition [Paperback] 3e by Punch

Product details

Brand New 
Paperback: 912 pages
Publisher: Pearson; 3 edition (19 Jan. 2017)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1292166622
ISBN-13: 9781292166629
Product Dimensions: 19 x 3 x 23.3 cm


Alternative US Edition For Reference Only
ISBN-13: 9780134379760
ISBN-10: 0134379764

 

Description

Introduces Python programming with an emphasis on problem-solving

Now in its Third Edition, Practice of Computing Using Python continues to introduce both majors and non-majors taking CS1 courses to computational thinking using Python, with a strong emphasis on problem solving through computer science. The authors have chosen Python for its simplicity, powerful built-in data structures, advanced control constructs, and practicality. The text is built from the ground up for Python programming, rather than having been translated from Java or C++.

Focusing on data manipulation and analysis as a theme, the text allows students to work on real problems using Internet-sourced or self-generated data sets that represent their own work and interests. The authors also emphasize program development and provide both majors and non-majors with a practical foundation in programming that will be useful in their respective fields. Among other changes, the Third Edition incorporates a switch to the Anaconda distribution, the SPYDER IDE, and a focus on debugging and GUIs.