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Python in a Nutshell – Review
By Jeremy | March 31, 2010
Python in a Nutshell has been a great addition to my library. This book is clearly meant as a reference rather than something to be read completely through. However, when you look something up, it is well worth the time to read the whole chapter or section on that subject. There is always a concise, pertinent and in-depth explanation of every subject I have looked up. Python in a Nutshell is also great at explaining Python’s unique conventions and specifics.
Another great aspect is that concepts are explained using correct programing language terminology. This means words like closure and scope are used correctly to enhance explanations. Yet, this book will not be useful to everyone. Unless you already know a programing language or two, this book does not give a beginners explanation of flow control statements or loops or anything in Python. If you are a beginner, you will be better off learning from a tutorial or a beginner book. This book will come in handy later, when you need to reference parts of Python you have never used.
Overall, this book is a great buy. If you are already an avid programmer or intend to become one in the future, you will not be sad having this book about Python on your shelf.
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