You know Python's syntax, but when it comes to real projects you freeze or second-guess yourself. You are not alone. Many learners struggle to turn knowledge into action, even after completing tutorials or coursework. What if you could practice daily with focused challenges that build confidence, fluency, and muscle memory for writing clean, efficient, and professional Python code?

• 50 focused exercises: build muscle memory for core and advanced language features.

• Built-in data structures: write shorter, faster code with lists, tuples, dictionaries, and sets.

• Functional techniques: unlock map, filter, and comprehensions for elegant data pipelines.

• Object-oriented drills: design, create, and extend classes that stay maintainable.

• Iterators and generators: process large data streams while saving memory and time.

• Full solutions and explanations: verify your approach and learn professional idioms.

Python Workout by veteran instructor Reuven M. Lerner offers a practical, workbook-style route to skill mastery.

Each self-contained challenge targets a specific concept, then walks you through a clear, annotated solution. The progressive sequence mirrors real coding tasks so readers advance naturally from fundamentals to powerful patterns.

Finish the book able to read, refactor, and write Python that stands up in production code reviews. The habits you form here stick because you learn by doing, not by memorizing.

Ideal for developers who know basic syntax and need fluency for work, study, or personal projects.

About the Author

Reuven M. Lerner is an international Python trainer and consultant known for transforming competent coders into confident professionals. With two decades of teaching companies worldwide, Reuven brings clear explanations and real-world context to every page. He distills deep Python expertise into practical exercises that help readers write faster, cleaner, production-ready code.

Reviews

• Python Workout 2e stands out as an exceptional resource for both beginners and intermediate Python programmers who are looking to enhance their understanding of the language through practical exercises. The book is structured to cover a comprehensive range of Python topics, each critical to developing proficiency in the language.

Hermano Jorge De Queiroz - Ph.D., Associate Professor

• This book is an excellent next step in the journey for anyone who has learned a little programming in Python but wants to "level up". It would also be great as a review / work out for those who consider themselves at a more advanced level, but are aware there are things which they aren't aware of! The use of exercises and an online explanation engine really makes the text and examples come alive.

David Trimm, Senior Lecturer and CIO

Book Information
ISBN 9781633435353
Author Reuven Lerner
Format Hardback
Page Count 275
Imprint Manning Publications
Publisher Manning Publications