May 2018
Intermediate to advanced
380 pages
9h 37m
English
Overview
"Secret Recipes of the Python Ninja" is an advanced guide into the Python programming language, exploring its internal mechanics to demonstrate powerful and advanced programming techniques. By diving into efficient usage of Python features and exploring its internal workings, you'll refine your programming expertise and push the boundaries of what you thought was possible with Python.
What this Book will help me do
- Master analysis and optimization of Python program performance using practical recipes.
- Leverage Python decorators and generators to write clean and powerful code.
- Deeply understand the internal mechanisms of Python, such as .py and .pyc files.
- Improve concurrency and execution speed through strategies like utilizing PyPy.
- Apply new Python standards and recommendations by exploring Python Enhancement Proposals (PEPs).
Author(s)
The author of "Secret Recipes of the Python Ninja" is a seasoned Python expert with years of practical and teaching expertise in software development. Their professional journey has included significant contributions to projects using Python, and they are dedicated to sharing advanced insights to empower Python developers. Their writing emphasizes clarity and actionable techniques.
Who is it for?
This book is ideal for intermediate to advanced Python programmers ready to explore advanced language features and dive deeper into Python's architecture. Readers should have experience with Python basics and programming fundamentals, as the content focuses on enhancing and refining their skills. It's suitable for developers looking to optimize performance and apply best practices in Python programming. Consider this book if you're ready to master Python at an expert level.
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