Python. An Introduction to Programming

James R. Parker

ISBN 10: 1683926242 / ISBN 13: 9781683926245

Verlag: Mercury Learning And Information, De Gruyter, 2021

Beschreibung

nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Learn programming concepts using Python 3 as the target language. As Python is the language of choice for basic game development, this book is also perfect for beginning game designers. Covering basic computer concepts such as loops, strings, functions, files, graphics, multimedia, algorithms, classes, writing code, etc, the accompanying companion files also provide source code, solved programming exercises, projects, game demos and figures from the text.

Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781683926245

Bibliografische Details

• Titel: Python. An Introduction to Programming
• Verlag: Mercury Learning And Information, De Gruyter
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2021
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN-10: 1683926242
• ISBN-13: 9781683926245
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Auflage: 2. Auflage
• Zustand: Neu

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Inhaltsangabe

This book is an introduction to programming concepts that uses Python 3 as the target language. It covers basic computer concepts such as loops, strings, functions, files, graphics, multimedia, algorithms, classes, writing code, etc. Many examples are based on video games because Python has become the language of choice for basic game development. It follows a practical just in time presentation material is given to the student when it is needed. Designed as a year one textbook for introduction to programming classes or for the hobbyist who wants to learn the fundamentals of programming, the text assumes no programming experience. Companion files with source code, solved programming exercises, projects, and figures from the text are included. FEATURES: Introduces programming concepts using Python 3 Covers basic computer concepts such as loops, strings, functions, files, graphics, multimedia, algorithms, classes, writing code, etc. Develops graphics, exercises, and user interface using Pygame Includes many examples based on video game development 4 color throughout with game demos on the companion files (available to eBook customers by emailing the publisher info@merclearning.com with proof of purchase) New chapters on parsing (14) and graphics(15) Instructor ancillaries for use as a textbook The companion files and instructor resources are available online by emailing the publisher with proof of purchase at info@merclearning.com.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

James R. Parker, PhD is a professor of Art and Digital Media at the University of Calgary. His areas of research include computer games and media art, computer simulation, and educational technology. Dr. Parker is the author of Game Development Using Python, 2/E (Mercury Learning) and The Guide to Simulations and Games (Wiley).