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If you are new to programming with Python and are looking for a solid introduction, this is the book for you. Developed by computer science instructors, books in the for the absolute beginner series teach the principles of programming through simple game creation. You will acquire the skills that you need for more practical Python programming applications and you will learn how these skills can be put to use in real-world scenarios. Best of all, by the time you finish this book you will be able to apply the basic principles you’ve learned to the next programming language you tackle.

With the instructions in this book, you’ll learn to:

• Build, slice, and index strings
• Read from, and write to, text files
• Create and manipulate sprites
• Tackle object-oriented programming
• Create a GUI
• Work with sound and music and create animation

About the Author

Michael Dawson is a writer who has worked as both a programme. He has written for several television shows, including a sitcom and an animated series. Michael earned his bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Southern Californai.