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Read the best books to build Python understanding.

A well-written and thorough book can be an amazing path to build deeper understanding of Python and also act as a handbook as you discover the internet's vast resources.

These are our and our experts top picks to get started building career-relevant skills.

Automate the Boring Stuff with Python

Automate the Boring Stuff with Python

If you've ever spent hours renaming files or updating hundreds of spreadsheet cells, you know how tedious tasks like these can be. But what if you could have your computer do them for you?

In Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, you'll learn how to use Python to write programs that do in minutes what would take you hours to do by hand-no prior programming experience required.

Python Cookbook

Python Cookbook

If you need help writing programs in Python 3, or want to update older Python 2 code, this book is just the ticket. Packed with practical recipes written and tested with Python 3.3, this unique cookbook is for experienced Python programmers who want to focus on modern tools and idioms.

Think Python

Think Python

Think Python is an introduction to Python programming for beginners. It starts with basic concepts of programming, and is carefully designed to define all terms when they are first used and to develop each new concept in a logical progression. Larger pieces, like recursion and object-oriented programming are divided into a sequence of smaller steps and introduced over the course of several chapters.

High Performance Python

High Performance Python

Your Python code may run correctly, but you need it to run faster. Updated for Python 3, this expanded edition shows you how to locate performance bottlenecks and significantly speed up your code in high-data-volume programs. By exploring the fundamental theory behind design choices, High Performance Python helps you gain a deeper understanding of Python's implementation.

Hands-on Machine Learning with Scikit-Learn, Keras and Tensorflow

Hands-on Machine Learning with Scikit-Learn, Keras and Tensorflow

The hands-on Machine Learning book is an amazing piece by Aurélien Géron, taking you from the basics of Machine Learning to applying them to real-word scenarios all in one book.

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I work at Facebook as a Production Engineer which is a hybrid role between a Software Engineer and an SRE and I work on the Linux Kernel. I have 10 years of experience building software solutions for a variety of companies in just as many languages. I value true deep …

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I am a Software Engineer with very deep knowledge of back-end systems, cloud infrastructure, databases, data engineering, and building data-driven products and services. I've been coding since my school days and have spent a good part of the last decade and a half writing code. I'm a self-taught programmer, and …

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Hi, I am Priya! I have been a software engineer for just over 5 years now, and have worked in both frontend and backend development, and now I am in fullstack and infrastructure. I am passionate about technology and software, and about mentoring on these topics! I guide my mentees …

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My favorite thing about programming is that it's accessible to everyone and I love helping people understand just how easy programming can be. I've helped developers in all different places in life, everywhere from getting their first job, to navigating difficult communication with their managers, to getting a great new …

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Hello everyone! I'm Rick. Over the past 10 years, I have worked at FAANG companies and fast-paced startups. I love mentoring and helping those who are still early in their careers and looking for guidance, whether it be getting to know the industry, interview preparation, high-level career direction, or learning …

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Experience in Quant Finance, Engineering, Data Science, Startups. My background in applied mathematics and my experience in coding helped me with this challenging transition. Throughout my ten-year career, I have been involved in R&D as well as product development within both the financial and engineering industries. I can help you …

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Courses to deepen your Python skills.

These days, courses are no longer a sequence of videos. They are usually accompanied by projects and a learning community, keeping you accountable and on the path.

Our experts recommend these courses, from free selections to paid programs.

Python Bootcamp: From Zero to Hero

Python Bootcamp: From Zero to Hero

Learn Python like a Professional Start from the basics and go all the way to creating your own applications and games.

Create games with Python, like Tic Tac Toe and Blackjack! Learn advanced Python features, like the collections module and how to work with timestamps & Build a complete understanding of Python from the ground up!

LearnPython.org

LearnPython.org

Whether you are an experienced programmer or not, this website is intended for everyone who wishes to learn the Python programming language.

Just click on the chapter you wish to begin from, and follow the instructions. Good luck!

Advanced Python

Advanced Python

Over time, Python has exploded in popularity, from being an obscure scripting language to becoming one of the most popular, and widely used languages in the world.

In this Advanced Python tutorial, you'll learn advanced topics, a knowledge of which will set you apart from the greater number of Python developers.

Fast.ai

Fast.ai

With the motto "making neural nets uncool again", fast.ai is a straight-to-the-point practical (and free!) course that is valued by Machine Learning enthusiasts and engineers worldwide. Fast.ai comes with a community, many practical projects and great content.

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