| Introduction to Computing and Programming in Python Revised Edition Contributor(s): Guzdial, Mark (Author), Ericson, Barbara (Author) |
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ISBN: 0134025547 ISBN-13: 9780134025544 Publisher: Pearson OUR PRICE: $145.65 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Computers | Programming Languages - General |
| Dewey: 005.133 |
| LCCN: 2014045817 |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 7" W x 9.2" (1.55 lbs) 528 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Key Benefit: Social Computing and Programming with Python Introduction to Computing and Programming in Python is a uniquely researched and up-to-date volume that is widely recognized for its successful introduction to the subject of Media Computation. Emphasizing creativity, classroom interaction, and in-class programming examples, Introduction to Computing and Programming in Python takes a bold and unique approach to computation that engages students and applies the subject matter to the relevancy of digital media. The Fourth Edition teaches students to program in an effort to communicate via social computing outlets, providing a unique approach that serves the interests of a broad range of students. Key Topics: Introduction to Computer Science and Media Computation; Introduction to Programming; Creating and Modifying Text; Modifying Pictures Using Loops; Picture Techniques with Selection; Modifying Pixels by Position; Modifying Sounds Using Loops; Modifying Samples in a Range; Making Sounds by Combining Pieces; Building Bigger Programs; Manipulating Text with Methods and Files; Advanced Text Techniques: Web and Information; Making Text for the Web; Creating and Modifying Movies; Speed; Functional Programming; Object Oriented Programming Market This book is useful for anyone interested in learning computer programming. |