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You have just taken your first step into the fascinating world of programming with our introductory book. Are you ready for the second? In ‘Coding from [zero]: a guide to basic concepts’, we dive deeper into the basic concepts that every aspiring programmer should know.

Salient Points:

Clear and precise fundamentals: Learn the basics such as variables, strings, lists, and functions, all explained in a clear and engaging manner.

Practical Exercises and Projects: From warm-up exercises to more advanced challenges, you will have the opportunity to put what you learn into practice. And our integrated projects are there to show you how exciting it is to combine different skills.

A Friendly Companion: Through pages full of irony, humour and food for thought, we will accompany you every step of the way, making your learning journey something unique.

Preview of the Future: As you prepare for future challenges and the next programming book, we will give you a taste of what lies ahead.

Who is this book for? If you are a beginner wishing to consolidate your skills or an enthusiast looking for a new perspective on basic concepts, you have come to the right place. This book is the bridge that connects your first notions to the more complex adventures that await you.

From the same series:If you haven’t yet explored the first volume, take a look! It is the ideal introduction to the world of programming, and the perfect prelude to this second book.

Ready to continue your journey into the world of code? With ‘Coding from [zero]: a guide to basic concepts’, your adventure is about to get even more exciting. And who knows, maybe one day you’ll look back and say, “That’s where it all started”. Happy coding!

Preface Chapter 1: Introduction to Basic Concepts 1.1 The Importance of a Solid Understanding of Fundamentals 1.2 Overview of the Topics Covered in the Book Chapter 2. Variables: The Heart of Programming 2.1 What are Variables and Why Are They Fundamental 2.2 Declaration and Initialisation 2.3.1 Primitive Variables 2.3.2 Composite Variables 2.3.3 Variable Type Selection Considerations 2.4 Variable Scope 2.5 Additional Example: The Importance of Scope in Large Projects Chapter 3: Operators: Making Calculations and Decisions 3.1: Introduction to Operators 3.2: Arithmetic Operators 3.3: Logical Operators 3.4: Comparison Operators 3.5: Advanced Operators Chapter 4. Input and Output: Communicating with the User 4.1 Reading Data from the Keyboard 4.2 Displaying Results on Screen 4.3 Formatting Output Chapter 5. The Art of Assignment and Conversion 5.1 Assigning Values to Variables 5.2 Implicit and Explicit Conversions Between Data Types 5.3 Common Cases and Potential Pitfalls 5.3.2 Dangerous Conversions: Recognising and Avoiding Them 5.3.3 Best Practices: Tips for Error-Free Handling Chapter 6. Constants: Immutable Values 6.1 What They Are and When to Use Them 6.2 Declaration and Benefits 6.3 Famous Constants in Various Languages Chapter 7. Comments and Documentation 7.1 The importance of comments in code 7.2 Types of comments: single line, multi-line, documentation 7.3 Tools for generating automatic documentation Chapter 8. Good Code Styling Practices 8.1 Naming Conventions 8.2 Indentation and Spacing 8.3 Avoiding Redundant and Difficult to Read Code Chapter 9. Case Studies: Implementations in Major Languages 9.1 Python: simplicity and clarity 9.2 Java: strong typing and object orientation 9.3 JavaScript: dynamism and versatility 9.4 C and C++: control and performance Chapter 10. Exercises and Practical Projects 1. Warm-up Exercises: 2. Intermediate Exercises: 3. Advanced Exercises: 10.2 Integrated Projects to Combine Different Skills 1. Small Project: Your First Digital Diary 2. Medium Project: Your Small Virtual Library 3. Large Project: Your Mini Social Network Conclusion About the Author

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CKZF68PN
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 12, 2023
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 5522 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 184 pages

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