Python Clean Code: Write Better Scripts
Best Practices, Refactoring Techniques, and Writing Maintainable Python Code
Master Python clean code principles with practical examples, refactoring techniques, and best practices for writing maintainable scripts and applications.
About This Book
Quick Overview
Master Python clean code principles with practical examples, refactoring techniques, and best practices for writing maintainable scripts and applications.
Key Topics Covered
- Clean code principles
- Python naming conventions
- Function design and organization
- Script structure and modularity
- Error handling and exceptions
- Code refactoring techniques
- Testing and testability
- Type hints and documentation
- Performance optimization
- Automation and CLI development
- Code reusability patterns
- Configuration management
- Professional Python practices
Who Should Read This Book
Python developers seeking to improve code quality, System administrators using Python for automation, Data scientists and analysts writing Python scripts, Software developers working with Python applications, DevOps engineers creating Python tools, Students learning professional Python development practices
Prerequisites
Basic Python programming knowledge, Understanding of Python syntax and data structures, Familiarity with Python functions and modules, Experience writing simple Python scripts
Table of Contents
About This Publication
**Python Clean Code: Write Better Scripts** is a practical guide designed to transform how you approach Python development. This book teaches you to write code that embodies Python's philosophy of clarity and simplicity while maintaining professional standards of maintainability and reliability. You'll learn to apply clean code principles specifically within Python's ecosystem, understanding not just the "what" but the "why" behind each practice. The book emphasizes hands-on learning with real-world examples, refactoring exercises, and case studies that demonstrate clean code principles in action. Through systematic coverage of naming conventions, function design, code organization, error handling, and advanced Python features, you'll develop the skills to write scripts and applications that are both elegant and robust. The focus on practical application ensures that you can immediately apply these concepts to your current Python projects, whether they involve automation, data processing, web development, or system administration. By the end of this book, you'll have internalized clean code practices that will make you a more effective Python developer and improve the quality of every script and application you create.
Book Details
- Format
- File Size
- 1.9 MB
- Chapters
- 15
- Code Examples
- 99
- Exercises
- 99
- Difficulty Level
- beginner
- Reading Time
- 16-24
Special Features
• 15 comprehensive chapters with progressive skill building • Real-world Python examples and case studies • Before-and-after code comparison demonstrations • Hands-on exercises and practical applications • Python-specific best practices and idioms • Comprehensive clean code checklist for reference • Curated tool recommendations for Python development • Focus on automation and CLI script development • Type hints and modern Python practices • Performance optimization techniques
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