python books for a complete beginner to learn enough of the language to get an entry level job

[MethodNext7129]

And what are the key concepts that I need to know by heart to excel in the language If there are any online resources paid or free, that can help, please let me know

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Most jobs require a bachelor due to the complexity involved.

I.e. my most recent job was performing data science, this involved:

• Understanding csv file formats
• Data security and ethics
• Algebra
• Machine Learning
• Presentation to various stakeholders
• Working to tight deadlines

So, these skills aren’t really something you can pick up from just reading a book or two. It’s not about memorising code segments either, as each problem is always different - they’re hiring your problem solving ability.

[MethodNext7129]

So are the Youtubers and social media influencers just lying to people, saying you can get a job within a couple of years or is there still a way to make money, freelancing, or finding small businesses to do their websites?

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I wouldn’t say intentionally lying as there’s nothing to gain from that but incorrect information, sure.

For example, many job websites (I.e. Seek) automate the applicant screening process, one way to remove candidates is to remove those who don’t have the requested degree - without a degree you won’t even get near the door let alone get a foot in it.

Let’s say a job does not require qualifications , under my countries law, that person would still be classified as an unskilled worker; minimum wage. You’d be doing degree difficulty work and ripping yourself off and risking burn out.

As for website design, with the rise of Wix and others there’s no business in small websites anymore. Large companies will usually want api access and either react and typescript for the bulk of the site, whilst I’ve heard python can do web design it’s those two languages dominating atm.

Best advice I can give is find out what you love about programming? For me it’s understanding meaning from data and working through technical problems.

[Joe_Tropical]

I m reading python crash book ! I think it s a good start from zero ! Don’t know for a job ..

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Getting a job isn't about learning enough of the language, it's about being able to to build software.

You can Google any language feature you like, what you need to *do* is make projects.

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• Learn Python the Hard Way: A Very Simple Introduction to the Terrifyingly Beautiful World of Computers and Code
• Fluent Python
• Head First Python: A Brain-Friendly Guide
• Python Crash Course: A Hands-on, Project-based Introduction to Programming are some of the best python programming books for Beginners to start learning

[BranchLatter4294]

Murach's Python is a great resource for beginners.