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You\u2019ve finally made up your mind. After a long time spent soul searching and wondering which direction you should take in life, you\u2019ve opted to become a developer. Working as a programmer is a great career move for anybody, especially considering the ever-increasing demand for workers with developer skills. The problem, then, is how to pick up the coding knowledge you need to succeed. There are lots of great training programs available in person and online but, for many of us, the most effective way to learn programming is by reading the best coding books for beginners.
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There are lots of fantastic coding books out there for beginning programmers, and we\u2019ve put together a guide to help you sort through them to find the one (or ones) that works best for you. Which book you choose depends on your education style and the programming area in which you\u2019d like to work. We walk you through the most useful books about programming and examine which programmers will benefit most from reading them. It\u2019s a big, book-filled world out there, so let us help you find your way!
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Programming Pearls<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you can become a quality developer, you need to have a well-established and time-tested process. Problem-solving best practices is a key element to a successful development cycle, so it\u2019s important to have a good foundation in the subject before you take on larger development challenges. Programming Pearls,<\/em> by Jon Bentley<\/a>, is a fantastic way to hone those skills.
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Programming Pearls<\/em> teaches you through problem-solving. Number sorting, anagram creation, and character counting are only a few of the problems you\u2019ll have to solve and, as you do so, you\u2019ll be creating patterns and habits that will stay with you throughout your career. Read this book to learn how to get into a developer mindset.
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Learning Python: Powerful Object-Oriented Programming<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ve likely heard talk of Python if you\u2019re even a little bit tech-oriented. Python is a newer programming language that is perfect for backend operations. Developers work with Python to configure database and server-to-server operations. And– Python\u2019s natural-feeling language is easy to learn and use! If you\u2019re looking to get current on Python, pick up Learning Python: Powerful Object-Oriented Programming,<\/em> by Mark Lutz<\/a>.
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With Learning Python<\/em>, you\u2019ll start with basic tutorials and work your way through more advanced topics. The book\u2019s step-by-step approach is easy to grasp and simple to start, and the gradual difficulty increase ensures that you\u2019ll never be bored or overwhelmed. Work at your own pace and learn one of the most useful coding languages around today with Learning Python<\/em>.
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The Complete Software Developer\u2019s Career Guide<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Maybe you\u2019re less interested in learning a specific language. This would place you in the market for a book that can put you in a developer\u2019s shoes and give you the information you need to succeed in your career. If you\u2019re looking for more of a big-picture overview of a coding career, you might consider reading The Complete Software Developer\u2019s Guide,<\/em> by John Sonmez<\/a>.
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In The Complete Software Developer\u2019s Guide<\/em>, Sonmez examines all facets of the coding life, including how to get started, what to expect at your first job, and which skills are the best ones to acquire. You\u2019ll get solid career advice in this book, and you\u2019ll have a better idea of what the coding life entails. I highly recommend this book for anyone who wants to get all of the facts before starting in the field.
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After choosing one of these books, this will all make sense to you.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

And there you have it. With these books on coding for beginners, you\u2019ll be able to make a great beginning to your developer career. There are lots of other books available on every programming subject that you can imagine so, if you like actual book learnin\u2019 over online education, you\u2019re in luck. With these books, your path ahead is bright and clear!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"You\u2019ve finally made up your mind. After a long time spent soul searching and wondering which direction you should take in life, you\u2019ve opted to become a developer. Working as a programmer is a great career move for anybody, especially considering the ever-increasing demand for workers with developer skills. 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