Python Crash Course: A Hands-On Introduction to Programming

Python Crash Course: A HANDS-ON INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING

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By Eric Sindeu

© Eric Sindeu

Eric Sindeu

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www.kemitel.net

DISCLAIMER

This book is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. The information provided within does not constitute legal, financial, or medical advice of any kind.

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information presented, the author and publisher assume no responsibility for any errors or omissions. Readers are encouraged to verify any information presented herein through independent research and consult with qualified professionals as needed.

The software code and examples provided in this book are illustrative only and may not be suitable for all purposes. In order to promote ethical coding, the mention "Use code with caution." is attached to every code example. Readers are responsible for understanding the risks and limitations of using code and should test and modify it as necessary for their specific applications.

The reader assumes all risks associated with the use of the information and code provided in this book, and neither the author nor the publisher shall be liable for any damages resulting from their use.

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All tools, functions and resources pertaining to Python programming are labeled in blue.

Prologue

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e are currently witnessing the digital revolution after the industrial revolution of the 1900s. Our society has been completely transformed over the years with the ever evolving technologies in big data, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cryptocurrencies etc..

There's a growing need for coders to sustain this growth, and this book will help you on your journey to master the language of Python​[1], a language designed by Guido Van Russum of the Python Software Foundation with a first appearance on February 20th 1991. Throughout this book we will have a practical approach to Python programming, so a working computer with an internet connectivity will be optimal.

Pixels of Potential

The pixelated cursor blinked on the black screen, taunting me with its blank promise. A canvas of possibility, yes, but how to fill it? It wasn't the paintbrush I feared, nor the clay, but the keyboard, its keys silent instruments in a language I longed to speak. Code felt like a secret handshake with machines, a hidden alphabet holding the power to bend the digital world to my will.

My journey began with hesitant clicks, tentative steps into a maze of commands and loops. Numbers became poetry, strings of characters transformed into spells, and algorithms spun worlds before my eyes. With each line of code, I built bridges across