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An Introduction to Python Programming for Scientists and Engineers

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, University of Washington, Bothell, , City College, City University of New York, , Envestnet Tamarac, Washington, , University of Washington, Bothell, , Biota Technology Inc., California
Published 2022

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Python is one of the most popular programming languages, widely used for data analysis and modelling, and is fast becoming the leading choice for scientists and engineers. Unlike other textbooks introducing Python, typically organised by language syntax, this book uses many examples from across Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth science, and Engineering to teach and motivate students in science and engineering. The text is organised by the tasks and workflows students undertake day-to-day, helping them see the connections between programming tools…

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Key features

  • Deviates and improves upon the traditional computer science-centric approach of teaching Python to science and engineering students
  • Chapters lead with practical examples from across the sciences and engineering, helping students connect programming tools with real tasks
  • Concepts are introduced across multiple chapters, allowing readers to engage with topics numerous times
  • Introduces software engineering tools and the best-practices used by professional developers in Part IV, to prepare students for writing their own high-quality code
  • Online digital resources include numerous Jupyter notebooks, 'Try This!' exercises, student homework problems, and solutions for course instructors

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