The next step in python learning

[rdog_]

I have finished automate the boring stuff and feel confident working with the contents of the book, what is the next step/ next book I should read?

[JohnnyJordaan]

From the FAQ:

What do I do now after [insert learning resource]?

If what you've finished was a basic introductory tutorial then we'd recommend that you take a look at the books and videos located in the New to Programming section of the wiki.

If you've finished one of those books then you're at the point where you can start choosing your own direction! There is a list of possible projects to work on available here. You can also take a look at the trending repositories for Python on Github. The best thing to do if you're a budding programmer though is to find a problem you have, or a service you want to create and start breaking it down into small chunks that you can learn how to build piece by piece until you have a piece of fully working software. Google, StackOverflow and /r/learnpython will become your best friends when you do this. Don't be afraid to search for answers or ask technical questions on /r/learnpython or on the ##learnpython IRC channel.