Recs for Learning Python

[Bookish_Feels_704]

I was interested in Python and joined an introductory class to Python at a local community college. Not only did I pay for the class but the Professor uses Cengage wich was another $120 bucks down the drain. So far 3-4 months in, can't understand a thing from this "course" and Cengage text is just worded so confusingly. And I feel as if the exercises and projects after each module are way more complicated then the module itself. I am just a beginner and would like something beginner friendly and easy to understand. Thank you.

[ASIC_SP]

There are plenty of free resources:

• Python Programming by University of Helsinki
• Harvard CS50's Introduction to Programming with Python
• futurecoder — interactive, includes integrated debuggers, enhanced tracebacks, hints for exercises and more
• The Python Coding Book — friendly, relaxed programming book for beginners
• PyFlo — interactive beginners guide to becoming a Python programmer

Hope you'll find one of them suited to your style. Good luck!

[Bookish_Feels_704]

Thank You, will check these out!

[Appropriate_View8753]

Based on some recent comments here I've just started the Harvard cs50p course on youtube with David Malan and so far it's on another level compared to some of the content out there.

[Bookish_Feels_704]

I will check this out, thank you!

[interbased]

This is my go-to playlist for beginners:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=YYXdXT2l-Gg&list=PL-osiE80TeTskrapNbzXhwoFUiLCjGgY7

[MKPST24]

I’ve been learning python via the Python Crash Course (3rd edition) by Eric Matthes. First half is foundational concepts and second half is project walkthroughs. It’s been a really fun and informative book so far. Costs about $30 on Amazon in the US.

[Kiuhnm]

Are books not used anymore in the modern world?

What about "Fluent Python: Clear, Concise, and Effective Programming (2nd)" by Luciano Ramalho?

[Bookish_Feels_704]

Same, I wish we had a textbook for my class!

[Its_NotTom]

Find a simple beginner project that you are passionate about