Absolute Beginner's Guide to Python Programming: Master Coding Quickly with Hands-On, Real-World Projects, Step-By-Step Guidance, and Comprehensive Learning for All Ages (Absolute Beginner's Guides)

This book offers a well-rounded, beginner-friendly introduction to Python programming, particularly appealing to those new to coding or looking to build a solid foundation quickly. Its structure, which includes step-by-step setup guidance, exercises, and real-world projects, makes it accessible to a wide audience, including students, professionals, career switchers, and hobbyists. The chapter on graphical user interfaces (GUIs) with Tkinter is well-explained and easy to follow, offering a gentle yet comprehensive introduction to building interactive Python applications. By guiding readers through the creation of windows, buttons, labels, and other essential GUI elements, the author ensures that even beginners can grasp the concepts with ease. One of the standout projects in this chapter is the creation of a personal expense tracker, which isn't just about learning syntax—it’s a practical tool that readers can actually use in their daily lives, giving the learning process immediate relevance and application. The book also takes time to explain how to add more interactive features, such as dropdown menus and text boxes, enhancing the usability of the apps readers create. Another project, the Tic-Tac-Toe game with an AI opponent, showcases the combination of GUI design with algorithmic thinking, further cementing the knowledge gained in earlier chapters. This hands-on approach makes learning both engaging and rewarding. In the chapter "Exploring the Future," the focus shifts toward object-oriented programming (OOP), and I particularly loved how the author smoothly integrates OOP concepts with Tkinter projects. By building larger applications, readers get to see how OOP principles can be applied to GUI development, which is an excellent way to bridge the gap between theory and practical use. The book provides a fantastic balance of well-explained theory and enjoyable projects, and it’s this blend of education and fun that makes it a useful resource for aspiring Python developers.

I happen to sympathize with the author from the first pages, also comments written inside the book are from people who really got into the entire book. Which I trust most. Here you have a really nice 195 pages and whole world of possibilities. Python is one of those programs I would call basic because you need to get into it, just like html. Which is where I was, since I couldn’t figure out how to install Python in my laptop, now I am using an iPad and I would see how far I can go with it. It comes with color distinction or orientation to make more fun as the author mentioned and easy to understand. I am starting but I did read the book and look into the examples before I put on practice, because I’m trying to get my keyboard skills better. But is definitely a nice addition to my learning process.

This book is for the absolute beginner, and it really made the Python language approachable. The author starts by explaining why Python is special (simplicity, readability, versatility).A complete source code for this book is available on GitHub. I have tried the link, and it works well. The Appendix is an invaluable resource with the solutions to the exercises, the GitHub primer for downloading the code, Self-Documenting Code, Choosing the right IDE, and a helpful glossary.The book is also well structured, and the eight chapters are well organized. Each has a ‘Chapter Summary’ and hands-on ‘Chapter Exercises’ with the solutions at the back. I have enjoyed trying some projects such as Tic-Tac Toe Game, a Quiz Game, and an Expense tracker.Having a foundation is essential, and the book simplifies the concepts of variables, loops, classes, objects, functions, and many more.Excellent book and good value, well worth it for the beginner.My opinions are my own.

Absolute Beginner's Guide to Python Programming lives up to its name—offering a patient, project-based approach that turns intimidating concepts into manageable steps. The real-world exercises (like debugging drills and portfolio tips) stand out, giving beginners immediately useful skills beyond just syntax. While some sections could dive deeper into advanced applications, the book’s strength is its clarity: complex ideas are broken down without feeling watered down. The included cheat sheets and career insights add extra value, making this ideal for career-changers or students.

I picked up Absolute Beginner's Guide to Python Programming hoping for something that wouldn’t overwhelm me—and it totally delivered. It breaks everything down in a way that actually makes sense, even if you’ve never coded before. The lessons build up naturally, and I appreciated how hands-on it is with real projects you can practice on.What really sealed the deal for me was the free Complete Career Guide for Entry-Level Software Engineers that comes with it. That bonus alone is packed with career tips, resume help, and insight into the tech world—it’s honestly worth the price by itself.If you’re thinking about learning to code but don’t know where to start, this is the book I’d recommend. It’s practical, clear, and even kind of fun.

I’ve bounced off a couple of Python books before—either too dry or too dense. This one actually made sense and kept me interested, which was not something I expected from a programming guide. The projects were small but real, and the way things were explained felt like someone sitting next to me, not lecturing from a whiteboard. Big win for someone like me who doesn't come from a tech background.

This book is a great guide to Python Programming. It's a highly recommended resource, empowering you with all the necessary knowledge to excel in Python coding gradually. Nicely done, highly recommended!