Expert Python Programming, Third Edition

Refine your Python programming skills and build professional grade applications with this comprehensive guideKey FeaturesCreate manageable code that can run in various environments with different sets of dependenciesImplement effective Python data structures and algorithms to write optimized codeDiscover the exciting new features of Python 3.7Book DescriptionPython is a dynamic programming language that's used in a wide range of domains thanks to its simple yet powerful nature. Although writing Python code is easy, making it readable, reusable, and easy to maintain is challenging. Complete with best practices, useful tools, and standards implemented by professional Python developers, the third edition of Expert Python Programming will help you overcome this challenge.The book will start by taking you through the new features in Python 3.7. You'll then learn the advanced components of Python syntax, in addition to understanding how to apply concepts of various programming paradigms, including object-oriented programming, functional programming, and event-driven programming. This book will also guide you through learning the best naming practices, writing your own distributable Python packages, and getting up to speed with automated ways of deploying your software on remote servers. Youll discover how to create useful Python extensions with C, C++, Cython, and CFFI. Furthermore, studying about code management tools, writing clear documentation, and exploring test-driven development will help you write clean code.By the end of the book, you will have become an expert in writing efficient and maintainable Python code.What you will learnExplore modern ways of setting up repeatable and consistent development environmentsPackage Python code effectively for community and production useLearn modern syntax elements of Python programming such as f-strings, enums, and lambda functionsDemystify metaprogramming in Python with metaclassesWrite concurrent code in PythonExtend Python with code written in different languagesIntegrate Python with code written in different languagesWho this book is forThis book will appeal to you if youre a programmer looking to take your Python knowledge to the next level by writing efficient code and learning the latest features of version 3.7 and above.Table of ContentsCurrent Status of PythonModern Python Development EnvironmentsModern Syntax Elements - Below the Class LevelModern Syntax Elements - Above the Class LevelElements of MetaprogrammingChoosing Good NamesWriting a PackageDeploying the CodePython Extensions in Other LanguagesManaging CodeDocumenting Your ProjectTest-Driven DevelopmentOptimization - Principles and Profiling TechniquesOptimization - Some Powerful TechniquesConcurrencyEvent-Driven and Signal ProgrammingUseful Design PatternsreStructuredText Primer