Description
An accessible, visual, and creative approach to teaching Python programming using the Processing development environment. Readers learn the theoretical and technical workings of computer programming as they write code that produces intriguing and aesthetically-pleasing results. Based on a decade's worth of lecturing experience, the author covers what works best for those looking to learn programming fundamentals in a visual context.
About the Author
Tristan Bunn kicked off his web design career back in the days of PlayStation 1, grunge music, and dial-up modems. Since then, he's worked on a diverse range of digital projects for varied clients. He's currently involved in lecturing, research, and work that blends code, interaction, interface design, and creativity. Bunn has years of experience teaching coding for art, games, web, and other creative technologies.
Reviews
"Learn Python Visually brings two very exciting threads together - using Python to code projects, and using Processing for making art. The book welcomes beginners by covering how to get started with the basics like shapes and color but extends the learning far by covering complex topics like object-orientation in an accessible fashion. I am excited to see what students, teachers, artists, anyone can make using this book."
-Saber Khan, Education Community Director, Processing Foundation
"Learn Python Visually might be one of the most creatively-minded, practical introductions to basic programming, presented in a rewarding environment, using a highly relevant language. . . . Its modern design is easy to follow and it finds a nice balance between being educational, and inspirational."
-Dr. Rer. Nat. Ralf Biedert, Principal Engineer, Tobii AB
"The sample programs are nicely selected and each deal with a different topic . . . [provides] the necessary detail, but still compact. I believe Learn Python Visually will be a rich source of inspiration."
-Alfred Abusomwan, Techs Blog
Book Information
ISBN 9781718500969
Author Tristan Bunn
Format Paperback
Page Count 296
Imprint No Starch Press,US
Publisher No Starch Press,US
About the Author
Tristan Bunn kicked off his web design career back in the days of PlayStation 1, grunge music, and dial-up modems. Since then, he's worked on a diverse range of digital projects for varied clients. He's currently involved in lecturing, research, and work that blends code, interaction, interface design, and creativity. Bunn has years of experience teaching coding for art, games, web, and other creative technologies.
Reviews
"Learn Python Visually brings two very exciting threads together - using Python to code projects, and using Processing for making art. The book welcomes beginners by covering how to get started with the basics like shapes and color but extends the learning far by covering complex topics like object-orientation in an accessible fashion. I am excited to see what students, teachers, artists, anyone can make using this book."
-Saber Khan, Education Community Director, Processing Foundation
"Learn Python Visually might be one of the most creatively-minded, practical introductions to basic programming, presented in a rewarding environment, using a highly relevant language. . . . Its modern design is easy to follow and it finds a nice balance between being educational, and inspirational."
-Dr. Rer. Nat. Ralf Biedert, Principal Engineer, Tobii AB
"The sample programs are nicely selected and each deal with a different topic . . . [provides] the necessary detail, but still compact. I believe Learn Python Visually will be a rich source of inspiration."
-Alfred Abusomwan, Techs Blog
Book Information
ISBN 9781718500969
Author Tristan Bunn
Format Paperback
Page Count 296
Imprint No Starch Press,US
Publisher No Starch Press,US
