Python For Kids 2nd Edition

Author : Jason R. Briggs
Publisher : No Starch Press
ISBN 13 : 1718503032
Total Pages : 365 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Python for Kids, 2nd Edition written by Jason R. Briggs and published by No Starch Press. This book was released on 2022-11-15 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of the best-selling Python for Kids—which brings you (and your parents) into the world of programming—has been completely updated to use the latest version of Python, along with tons of new projects! Python is a powerful programming language that’s easy to learn and fun to use! But books about programming in Python can be dull and that’s no fun for anyone. Python for Kids brings kids (and their parents) into the wonderful world of programming. Jason R. Briggs guides you through the basics, experimenting with unique (and hilarious) example programs featuring ravenous monsters, secret agents, thieving ravens, and more. New terms are defined; code is colored and explained; puzzles stretch the brain and strengthen understanding; and full-color illustrations keep you engaged throughout. By the end of the book, you’ll have programmed two games: a clone of the famous Pong, and “Mr. Stick Man Races for the Exit”—a platform game with jumps and animation. This second edition is revised and updated to reflect Python 3 programming practices. There are new puzzles to inspire you and two new appendices to guide you through Python’s built-in modules and troubleshooting your code. As you strike out on your programming adventure, you’ll learn how to: Use fundamental data structures like lists, tuples, and dictionaries Organize and reuse your code with functions and modules Use control structures like loops and conditional statements Draw shapes and patterns with Python’s turtle module Create games, animations, and other graphical wonders with tkinter Why should serious adults have all the fun? Python for Kids is your ticket into the amazing world of computer programming. Covers Python 3.x which runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, even Raspberry Pi

Author : Jason R. Briggs
Publisher : No Starch Press
ISBN 13 : 1718503024
Total Pages : 365 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Python for Kids, 2nd Edition written by Jason R. Briggs and published by No Starch Press. This book was released on 2022-11-15 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of the best-selling Python for Kids—which brings you (and your parents) into the world of programming—has been completely updated to use the latest version of Python, along with tons of new projects! Python is a powerful, expressive programming language that’s easy to learn and fun to use! But books about learning to program in Python can be dull and gray—and that’s no fun for anyone. Python for Kids brings Python to life and brings kids (and their parents) into the wonderful world of programming. Author Jason R. Briggs guides readers through the basics, experimenting with unique (and often hilarious) example programs that feature ravenous monsters, secret agents, thieving ravens, and more. New terms are defined; code is colored, dissected, and explained; and quirky, full-color illustrations keep things fun and engaging throughout. Chapters end with programming puzzles designed to stretch the brain and strengthen understanding. By the end of the book, young readers will have programmed two complete games: a clone of the famous Pong, and “Mr. Stick Man Races for the Exit”—a platform game with jumps, animation, and much more. This second edition has been completely updated and revised to reflect the latest Python version and programming practices, with new puzzles to inspire readers to take their code farther than ever before. Why should serious adults have all the fun? Python for Kids is the ticket into the amazing world of computer programming.

Author : Adrienne B. Tacke
Publisher : Rockridge Press
ISBN 13 : 9781641521758
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Coding for Kids: Python written by Adrienne B. Tacke and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2019-03-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Games and activities that teach kids ages 10+ to code with Python Learning to code isn’t as hard as it sounds―you just have to get started! Coding for Kids: Python starts kids off right with 50 fun, interactive activities that teach them the basics of the Python programming language. From learning the essential building blocks of programming to creating their very own games, kids will progress through unique lessons packed with helpful examples—and a little silliness! Kids will follow along by starting to code (and debug their code) step by step, seeing the results of their coding in real time. Activities at the end of each chapter help test their new knowledge by combining multiple concepts. For young programmers who really want to show off their creativity, there are extra tricky challenges to tackle after each chapter. All kids need to get started is a computer and this book. This beginner’s guide to Python for kids includes: 50 Innovative exercises―Coding concepts come to life with game-based exercises for creating code blocks, drawing pictures using a prewritten module, and more. Easy-to-follow guidance―New coders will be supported by thorough instructions, sample code, and explanations of new programming terms. Engaging visual lessons―Colorful illustrations and screenshots for reference help capture kids’ interest and keep lessons clear and simple. Encourage kids to think independently and have fun learning an amazing new skill with this coding book for kids.

Author : Bryson Payne
Publisher : No Starch Press
ISBN 13 : 1593276818
Total Pages : 336 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Teach Your Kids to Code written by Bryson Payne and published by No Starch Press. This book was released on 2015-04-01 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teach Your Kids to Code is a parent's and teacher's guide to teaching kids basic programming and problem solving using Python, the powerful language used in college courses and by tech companies like Google and IBM. Step-by-step explanations will have kids learning computational thinking right away, while visual and game-oriented examples hold their attention. Friendly introductions to fundamental programming concepts such as variables, loops, and functions will help even the youngest programmers build the skills they need to make their own cool games and applications. Whether you've been coding for years or have never programmed anything at all, Teach Your Kids to Code will help you show your young programmer how to: –Explore geometry by drawing colorful shapes with Turtle graphics –Write programs to encode and decode messages, play Rock-Paper-Scissors, and calculate how tall someone is in Ping-Pong balls –Create fun, playable games like War, Yahtzee, and Pong –Add interactivity, animation, and sound to their apps Teach Your Kids to Code is the perfect companion to any introductory programming class or after-school meet-up, or simply your educational efforts at home. Spend some fun, productive afternoons at the computer with your kids—you can all learn something!

Author : Eric Matthes
Publisher : No Starch Press
ISBN 13 : 1593279280
Total Pages : 546 pages
Book Rating : 4.88/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Python Crash Course, 2nd Edition written by Eric Matthes and published by No Starch Press. This book was released on 2019-05-03 with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best-selling Python book in the world, with over 1 million copies sold! A fast-paced, no-nonsense, updated guide to programming in Python. If you've been thinking about learning how to code or picking up Python, this internationally bestselling guide to the most popular programming language is your quickest, easiest way to get started and go! Even if you have no experience whatsoever, Python Crash Course, 2nd Edition, will have you writing programs, solving problems, building computer games, and creating data visualizations in no time. You’ll begin with basic concepts like variables, lists, classes, and loops—with the help of fun skill-strengthening exercises for every topic—then move on to making interactive programs and best practices for testing your code. Later chapters put your new knowledge into play with three cool projects: a 2D Space Invaders-style arcade game, a set of responsive data visualizations you’ll build with Python's handy libraries (Pygame, Matplotlib, Plotly, Django), and a customized web app you can deploy online. Why wait any longer? Start your engine and code!

Author : Aarthi Elumalai
Publisher : Apress
ISBN 13 : 9781484268117
Total Pages : 517 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introduction to Python for Kids written by Aarthi Elumalai and published by Apress. This book was released on 2021-04-15 with total page 517 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get comfortable with Python, the most popular programming language used right now in machine learning and data science. This book is the perfect blend of education and fun for kids 8 years and above looking to learn one of the easiest languages to develop programs with, most everything from websites to desktop apps to games to AI. It will include 4 big projects (or capstone projects): 3 games with Turtle, Tkinter and Pygame and a desktop app with Tkinter The book starts with an overview of basic programming concepts such as variables, numbers and strings, while creating fun, personalized mini projects like “Print your Name” and “Is your mom tipping enough”. It then dives right into Turtle, a Python library custom-made for kids, where they'll learn how to draw, animate, automate and eventually make colorful mini projects based on the Python concepts learned. Once they have built a foundation in programming and the Python language, they will learn all about building desktop apps with Tkinter and games with Pygame. There is also an entire chapter dedicated to more fun puzzles and activities that come with a step-by-step solution, and another chapter with cool ideas for more puzzles and a section that gives them advice on where they can go from there. By the end of this book, kids will learn Python from the inside-out while creating projects that they can showcase. They will develop problem-solving skills along with programming skills while doing the puzzles and activities described in the book. What You'll Learn Gain a gentle, but thorough introduction into the world of programming and Python Create programs and solve problems with core Python concepts Build mini projects and capstone projects (showcase worthy) with Turtle, Tkinter an Pygame Develop programming skills while doing the puzzles and activities described in the book Who This Book Is For Kids 8 years and above.

Author : Bob Mather
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781922462978
Total Pages : 182 pages
Book Rating : 4.77/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Coding for Kids in Python written by Bob Mather and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-26 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you looking to teach your kid how to code? Or are you looking to start coding? This book on beginner Python is the answer. The whole world seems to be running on computers. Everything's going digital. Everybody's trying to learn how to code. But most people fail to get far. Coding is a tough skills to learn; and even tougher to master. Coding takes time to learn. The younger one starts the better. However, coding can be a lot of fun and gratifying. Kids who learn the basics well and code fun projects get hooked on it. And it's amazing to see how fast kids can improve if they enjoy it. The important thing is to get a step-by-step beginners' guide that starts from the very basics. This book starts off with the very basics; how to install the software, set up and write your first lines of code. There are exercises at the end of each chapter that can test your new found knowledge and move you ahead. And then, once you master those skills, we get you a few more advanced skills that can get you started making simple games, animations and websites. Even if you've never touched a computer in your life, you will find this book useful....

Author : Simon Weber
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781706528777
Total Pages : 164 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Python Programming for Kids written by Simon Weber and published by . This book was released on 2019-11-07 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a go-to for every person who's looking to learn computer programming in the most simplified way, as it has been written in a manner that kids can comprehend. Although it says it's For Kids, it is indeed for everyone - parents, teachers, students, and adults who are interested in the basics of computer programming, whether for the fun of it, or to take advantage of the tech and digital age we're in. It contains all the basic knowledge anyone who's just being introduced to coding needs to know. Python isn't like regular human language, so this book has been created in chronological order that allows you follow the programming thought process step by step so you'll never be overwhelmed. All the content has been codified into eleven chapters that are concise and straight to the point on all topics. The bulky topics are broken down into smaller subtopics for easy understanding and they come with examples to walk you through. Every chapter contains tips and tricks that highlight the major points. The fun and games that have been highlighted in this book are those that young people cannot say no to. The book has been written in a manner that will encourage children (and you) to explore the many options that Python programming provides. If you're looking to learn coding in the most straightforward way, while having fun at the same time, then this book is a must have for you. It's time to broaden your vision, enhance your child's creativity and skills and step into the programming world. Why should only adults have all the fun? Grab a copy of the book and enter the world of programming!

Author : Jason R. Briggs
Publisher : No Starch Press
ISBN 13 : 1593274947
Total Pages : 348 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Python for Kids written by Jason R. Briggs and published by No Starch Press. This book was released on 2012-12-12 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Python is a powerful, expressive programming language that’s easy to learn and fun to use! But books about learning to program in Python can be kind of dull, gray, and boring, and that’s no fun for anyone. Python for Kids brings Python to life and brings you (and your parents) into the world of programming. The ever-patient Jason R. Briggs will guide you through the basics as you experiment with unique (and often hilarious) example programs that feature ravenous monsters, secret agents, thieving ravens, and more. New terms are defined; code is colored, dissected, and explained; and quirky, full-color illustrations keep things on the lighter side. Chapters end with programming puzzles designed to stretch your brain and strengthen your understanding. By the end of the book you’ll have programmed two complete games: a clone of the famous Pong and "Mr. Stick Man Races for the Exit"—a platform game with jumps, animation, and much more. As you strike out on your programming adventure, you’ll learn how to: –Use fundamental data structures like lists, tuples, and maps –Organize and reuse your code with functions and modules –Use control structures like loops and conditional statements –Draw shapes and patterns with Python’s turtle module –Create games, animations, and other graphical wonders with tkinter Why should serious adults have all the fun? Python for Kids is your ticket into the amazing world of computer programming. For kids ages 10+ (and their parents) The code in this book runs on almost anything: Windows, Mac, Linux, even an OLPC laptop or Raspberry Pi!

Author : Dominique SAGE
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 238 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book LEARN Python written by Dominique SAGE and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-07 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Creating a GENIUS isn''t as difficult as you may think. Here''s why... Do you (or your child) seem to be attracted to, and fascinated by, the world of computers and technology? Do you want to keep yourself (or your child) up to date on the ever-growing list of essential life skills to know, opening up a bountiful supply of opportunities later in their career? Do you want to learn how to code, yet you feel intimidated, and you may even be skeptical if you will be able to figure it out, but it is actually quite simple and straight-forward. Are you currently working a low-paying job, seeking a way for you to be able to earn a higher wage, whether that be through getting a new job or improving your current skills for a promotion? Are you willing to become familiar with the basics of coding, to polish up your abilities and strive to work your way up the skill-level ladder to become a pro? No matter where you lie on the code-knowledge spectrum, coding can be found difficult, daunting, and discouraging for anyone. The ones who succeed, however, are the ones who persist despite inevitable road bumps. You may be thinking, "Why should I even bother to learn code?" According to Rasmussen College, there are many benefits associated with the ability to program, some of them including: ➢Greater earning potential ➢High job demand, so it will make you very attractive to potential employers ➢Gives you a new perspective on problem-solving ➢Offers career flexibility With that being said, your new question should be, "Why wouldn''t I bother to learn code?" In this 2 Books in 1 of Learn Python, you will discover: BOOK #1: Kids & Beginners *How to learn (or teach a child) the basics of Python without you needing to be an expert in computers or programming *Surprise quizzes to keep on track and make sure retaining the information necessary in order to be successful in coding *The most commonly used commands when writing codes, and how to effectively apply them to your work to achieve your desired outcome *Endless project ideas to begin today that will keep beginners engaged for hours, and how to go about starting them *A step-by-step tutorial to follow effortlessly for creating unique puzzles, games, and artwork not only for own enjoyment, but also the friends'' BOOK #2: Up to Expert Coding ●How learning code will help you excel in your workplace and serve as the key to unlocking better opportunities for the future ●The best Python projects to take on, to assess, manage, and improve your overall skill level, allowing you to grow and try more challenging tasks ●How to figure out which project types are most suitable for you, depending on your motivation and desired result ●The most common coding errors made by novice and expert coders alike, and how you can avoid them to become more efficient And much more. The great thing about learning how to code through Python is that it''s one of the easier, simpler programs to use, and so it''s the perfect place to begin your journey. From there on, you can work your way up to expert level, even applying the knowledge you gain now to test out other programs. Don''t get left behind in today''s technologically-driven world. Add on to your list of essential skills and test the boundless limits of your creativity... If you want to enter the world of code and discover how it not only enhances your career options, but also your quality of life, then scroll up and simply click the "Add to Cart" button right now.