Book Recommendation for Learning Python

[Euchrestalin]

I recently purchased a Raspberry Pi to use for a LED project. Does anyone have any recommendations on a book to get for learning Python? I have previous experience in C++, Java and VBA so I'm not starting from scratch but I'd like a good book as a reference.

 

[postmark]

I've found this to be a good resource. http://learnpythonthehardway.org/

Also the default series of books for most languages (o'reilly) works here as well.

 

[Markbnj]

I've found this to be a good resource. http://learnpythonthehardway.org/

Also the default series of books for most languages (o'reilly) works here as well.

Just be aware that large chunks of learnpythonthehardway.org are getting quite dated. It hasn't kept up with changes to the language, i.e. for string formatting, to give one example. I think it's still a good general tutorial, but it needs to be augmented by sources that are more up to date.

 

[Jaydip]

I would actually recommend this one
http://www.amazon.com/Quick-Python-B...ick+Python+Boo

 

[mikegg]

I'm using Real Python and it's been great so far.

 

[JasonCoder]

On a side note, I'm selling http://shop.oreilly.com/product/9780596001674.do for $5 plus shipping. 🙂