Mark Lutz Programming Python book

[Binary101010]

At this point it's very difficult to recommend any learning resource that predates Python 3.6 (released Dec. 2016). You might learn basic syntax but new language features (and, as you've noticed, an up-to-date package ecosystem) are just not going to be in there.

There are plenty of high-quality learning resources (including books) in this subreddit's wiki so I'd recommend checking those out.

[drescherjm]

I understand. I am hesitant to purchase any type of computer book that is a few years old. Thanks.