| If Python 2.1 can do it, you can do it too … Packed with crystal-clear explanations, hands-on examples, and a complete language reference, this authoritative guide gives you all the tools you need for rapid application development with Python 2.1. From variables, expressions, and other basics to XML, multimedia, and multithreading, Python pros Dave Brueck and Stephen Tanner show you step by step how to master Python components, put them together, and create full-featured applications — in practically no time! Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Python 2.1
- Get up to speed on basics with a quick one-hour tutorial
- Work with Python data types, expressions, and object-oriented features
- Take advantage of Python operating system services and database features
- Create Web-savvy applications that can handle Internet data and parse XML
- Build graphical applications using Tkinter and wxPython
- Process sound and image files
- Harness multithreading, encryption, tokenizing, and other advanced techniques
- Use Python tools to create number-crunching routines and internationalized applications
- Distribute Python applications and modules on a Windows or UNIX system
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About the Author
About the Authors Dave Brueck is a professional software developer who loves to use Python whenever possible. His current projects include developing networked games, developing Python interfaces to his stockbroker's C SDK, and plotting to overturn various world governments. Previously Dave was a contributing author to 3D Studio Max R3 Bible by Kelly Murdock, published by Hungry Minds (formerly IDG Books Worldwide). Stephen Tanner is currently using Python to build a black-box software testing framework. His side projects include Python tools to perform probabilistic derivatives-trading analysis, and to download mass quantities of .mp3s. Aside from their "real" jobs, Dave and Stephen enjoy convincing people to pay them big bucks for consulting jobs. |
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