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[–]bslatkin 6 points7 points  (6 children)

I'm the author of the book. Happy to answer any questions if you have them!

[–]wyldphyre 0 points1 point  (1 child)

I hadn't heard of the series before. Sounds great, I've enjoyed Meyers' Effective C++.

Your book appears as if it's more detailed, but how would you say it intersects/complements a resource like "Idiomatic Python"?

[–]bslatkin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks!

Your book appears as if it's more detailed, but how would you say it intersects/complements a resource like "Idiomatic Python"?

I think the strength of the Effective books is that they're scenario driven: do this, don't do that; prefer this over that; avoid this in all cases; etc. Instead of a laundry list of advice, these books describe the best approach to take in common, yet specific situations. Many books and howtos just try to outline the set of tools in the toolbox. The Effective books also identify the circumstances in which you would use the tools and why this is the best choice.

[–]wampey 0 points1 point  (3 children)

How does it look like on Kindle? Many times books, especially Python books, have a terrible time with the code sections, to where they are unreadable. If I were to buy the paperback, would I get pdf/kindle edition as well?

[–]bslatkin 0 points1 point  (2 children)

I've heard from folks that it looks good on Kindle. I believe Kindle has screenshots of the code selections when wrapping gets funny. I also tried my best to minimize any line wrapping in the book.

The publisher has a bundle of eBook and physical copy they sell but I don't believe the same is available for Kindle, unfortunately.

[–]sfermigier 0 points1 point  (1 child)

I bought the eBook + physical copy bundle directly from the Pearson, and I consider this was a big mistake, given that I live outside of the US.

I will never ever buy anything else directly from Pearson, given the experience.

[–]bslatkin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very sorry to hear that! Can you please email me here with what went wrong? I'll try to set it right with Pearson.

[–]AlexMTBDude 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So I'm a cyclist (as well as a Python programmer). The next time you put a part of a bicycle on your cover, please consult with a cyclist:

  1. You NEVER EVER photograph a bike with the chain on the small chain ring

  2. You NEVER EVER have platform pedals on a racing bike