1. Introduction to Python Programming

• 1.1. Why Learn To Code?
• 1.2. Why Python?
  • 1.2.1. Python Is A Friendly First Language
  • 1.2.2. Python Does Lots of Things
  • 1.2.3. Python Makes it Easier to Learn Other Languages
• 1.3. Using This Book
  • 1.3.1. Concept Checks
    • 1.3.1.1. Try It!
  • 1.3.2. In-Page Examples
    • 1.3.2.1. Try It!
  • 1.3.3. Longer Examples and End of Chapter Exercises
    • 1.3.3.1. Try It!
• 1.4. Tips and Motivation for Learning To Code
  • 1.4.1. Best Practices
  • 1.4.2. An Appeal to Wisdom
  • 1.4.3. Personal Drive (Grit)
  • 1.4.4. Effort = Outcome
  • 1.4.5. Sports Motivation
  • 1.4.6. Social Media
  • 1.4.7. Marathon Analogy