Ask HN: What’s the best way/source to learn Python (total noob)

#1

Post by kemeny » Fri, May 24, 2019, 1:14 PM UTC

I’ve always considered myself a technical person, but in reality my coding skill is close to 0. I interested in learning python (from what I’ve read it seems to be a good starting point). Anyone would be nice enough share tips on how I should do this, sources or best practices? No shortcuts expected.

Re: Ask HN: What’s the best way/source to learn Python (total noob)

#2

Post by saintPirelli » Fri, May 24, 2019, 1:18 PM UTC

codecadamy, Treehouse, Learn Python the hard way, Automate the boring stuff with Python. r/learnpython

Good Luck.

Re: Ask HN: What’s the best way/source to learn Python (total noob)

#3

Post by jaworrom » Fri, May 24, 2019, 4:12 PM UTC

saintPirelli wrote: post #2

codecadamy, Treehouse, Learn Python the hard way, Automate the boring stuff with Python. r/learnpython Good Luck.

I share the same sentiments. Learn Python the Hard Way was probably my favorite, but the rest are solid choices as well.

Re: Ask HN: What’s the best way/source to learn Python (total noob)

#4

Post by sn9 » Sat, May 25, 2019, 2:14 AM UTC

Think Python, 2ed. It's available for free online.

Follow it up with Automate the Boring Stuff with Python.

Re: Ask HN: What’s the best way/source to learn Python (total noob)

#5

Post by abricot » Sat, May 25, 2019, 6:45 PM UTC

My own personal breakthrough was going through the course "Complete Python Bootcamp"[0] on Udemy.

I've tried books, boring stuff, and many online tutorials. But taking an actual course was what helped me.

[0](https://www.udemy.com/complete-python-bootcamp/)