Foxtrot Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Hey guys, Was wondering what the best resource is for learning Python, I have little to none experience with it and from my point of view, the best language for coding in Linux, right?... I heard LearnPythonTheHardWay is good but I think I learn better from books... Anyone heard of any that I should look at? Cheers, -Foxtrot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sitwon Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 First of all, I would dispute that Python is the best language for "coding in Linux". It's a good language, and a useful language (on Linux as much as on any other platform). However, on Linux the two most important languages are Bash and C. That said, Python is easier to learn so you might as well start there. Learn Python The Hard Way is certainly one of the best resources out there for learning Python. If you need it in book form, here you go: http://www.amazon.com/Learn-Python-Hard-Way-Introduction/dp/0321884914 If you're still determined to use a different book, it's hard to go wrong with anything published by O'Reilly. There are plenty of other good books on Python out there, but you might as well start collecting pink O'Reilly books now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesuslover Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 Actually Perl is the best programming language even though I don't really know diddly-squat of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roobixx Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 +1 for Learn Python The Hard Way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamk3 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Code Academy had some really good resources for Python as well as Java, Ruby, and PHP. Someone recommended Violent Python to me as well. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1597499579/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1380779293&sr=8-1Ï€=AC_SX110_SY165 I haven't had a chance to get into it due to changing jobs, but it seems pretty interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbi3 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I was motivated to learn python from taking a python programming class (which I learned nothing from besides syntax). Python has great documentation it is very easy to read and navigate http://docs.python.org/3/. To learn the syntax if you don't want to spend any money I would suggest just going on youtube and finding a video not made by a 9 year old kid but someone who has years experience (they do exist!). And last but not least, as when learning any language start a project so you have something to continue writting without getting bored instantly. It doesnt have to be complex it could be a sentence generator or rock paper scissors game! Good luck I love python so if you need any help let me know :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dec100 Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 This might be aimed at younger audiences, but if you want the basics, there is a free ebook on learning Python through simple game programming: http://inventwithpython.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest spazi Posted October 9, 2013 Share Posted October 9, 2013 I can vouch for violent python, great book and very entertaining :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dec100 Posted October 16, 2013 Share Posted October 16, 2013 I can vouch for violent python, great book and very entertaining :) I'm not the original poster, but just wanted to say thanks to you and iamk3 for the Violent Python recommendation. I got the book after I read about it here, and it really is fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest spazi Posted October 16, 2013 Share Posted October 16, 2013 I'm not the original poster, but just wanted to say thanks to you and iamk3 for the Violent Python recommendation. I got the book after I read about it here, and it really is fun. Glad to hear we helped, and yes it's a great book! :D Have fun :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamk3 Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 I'm not the original poster, but just wanted to say thanks to you and iamk3 for the Violent Python recommendation. I got the book after I read about it here, and it really is fun. Glad you like it! Hopefully I will be able to get into it soon! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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