Programming & Tech – Books for Innovators, Coders, and Digital Thinkers
Programming & Tech a handpicked selection of books covering computer fundamentals, software engineering, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.
Perfect for innovators, coders, and curious learners, these reads offer practical insights and expert knowledge to sharpen your tech skills and keep you ahead in the digital age.
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Python Crash Course - 3rd Edition.
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- Author: Eric Matthes
- Focus: Beginner-friendly guide to Python with hands-on projects in automation, data visualization, and web apps.
- Best for: New learners who want to master Python through real-world practice.
Over 1,500,000 Copies Sold.
Automate the Boring Stuff with Python - 2nd Edition.
Practical Programming for Total Beginners.
- Author: Al Sweigart
- Focus: Teaches Python through real-world automation tasks like handling files, spreadsheets, and web scraping.
- Best for: Beginners who want to use Python to save time by automating everyday computer tasks.
Over 500,000 copies sold.
Effective Java - 3rd Edition
- Author: Joshua Bloch (Former Chief Java Architect at Google; designer of the Java Collections Framework)
- Focus: Best practices for writing clean, efficient, reliable Java code. Covers modern Java features (up to Java 9)
- Best For: Intermediate to advanced Java developers. Anyone desiring cleaner, professional-grade Java. Useful as a long-term reference and for interview prep
C Programming Language - 2nd Edition
- Author: Brian W. Kernighan & Dennis M. Ritchie
- Focus: The definitive guide to the C programming language, written by its creator (Ritchie) and one of its foremost teachers (Kernighan). It covers syntax, structure, data types, pointers, and real-world programming practices with unmatched clarity and precision.
- Best For: Learners who want to understand C from its roots and grasp the foundational principles behind most modern languages like C++, Java, and Python. Ideal for serious programmers, computer science students, and anyone who values deep, language-level understanding.
- Difficulty Level: Intermediate → Advanced
- Author: Walter Shield
- Focus:
- Best for: Beginners who want to learn Coding & Programming.
