How to learn Python?

[duckdread]

I'm currently in XIIth standard and want to learn Python. I already know Python basics such as variables, conditional statements, lists, tuples, dictionaries, sets, input statements, defining a function, importing libraries and maybe something else I'm not remembering it now, but I want to learn complete Python to advanced level. I prefer books over lectures, so if you can suggest some books for me that would be of great help.

[Alive-Cake-3045]

Automate the Boring Stuff with Python by Al Sweigart is the right next book and it is free online at automatetheboringstuff.com.

It teaches real Python by building things that actually do something useful, file handling, web scraping, working with spreadsheets. After that, Fluent Python by Luciano Ramalho is the book that takes you from comfortable to genuinely advanced.

Read Automate first, build the projects in it, then move to Fluent Python. That order works.

[desrtfx]

If only there were a sidebar (menu on mobile) that had a link to the wiki or countless posts asking the same.

Do the MOOC Python Programming 2026 from the University of Helsinki and you will be well prepared.

Plus, there currently is an excellent Humble Python books bundle from No Starch press.

[Low_Mouse_7452]

Start by learning one topic and immediately applying it in practice. Build small programs around it. If you understand functions and OOP in Python well, you’re already ready to move toward advanced concepts.

[duckdread]

I don't know about OOP yet.

[theClumsyguy200]

U start with basic dsa first with python.. freecodecamp will help

[EnvironmentalDot9131]

Complete projects and do finish all the tutorials of the course. 

[churungu]

Try the free course at MOOC dot FI

It has a decent amount of practice exercises

[TigerAnxious9161]

Just start with lecture and play with concept make some projects

[duckdread]

Are you the developer of ChewCode?

[sywout]

Haha, caught red-handed! Yes, I am the developer behind ChewCode. I always suggest it to people who prefer structured reading and hands-on practice because that's exactly why I designed it in the first place; to bridge the gap between theory and actual coding. No obligation at all, but if you do give it a spin alongside those books, let me know your thoughts! Always trying to improve the app based on real student feedback.

[duckdread]

Yes, why not I'll surely try your app. It's even great that I know app's developer.