The Well-Grounded Python Developer: How the pros use Python and Flask

The Well-Grounded Python Developer Bundle: Book & Video Course

Unlock your full potential as a professional Python developer with this comprehensive bundle, combining the in-depth knowledge of The Well-Grounded Python Developer book with the practical, hands-on learning of its companion video course. Designed for experienced beginners and aspiring professionals, this duo provides a complete pathway from Python programmer to skilled Python developer.

About This Bundle

In today’s fast-paced tech landscape, it’s not enough to just write code that runs. Professional developers create software that is reliable, fast, maintainable, scalable, secure, well-designed, documented, and easy to update. This exclusive bundle equips you with all the essential skills and insights to achieve precisely that.

The book, The Well-Grounded Python Developer, dives deep into the “why” and “how” of professional Python development. It demystifies the vast Python ecosystem, showing you how to unify disparate skills into a cohesive whole. From mastering naming conventions to understanding object-oriented principles, handling failures, connecting to the internet, and implementing core security practices, the book provides a robust foundation.

The video course, The Well-Grounded Python Developer, Video Edition, complements the book perfectly, offering a practical, step-by-step journey through the same concepts. With over 8 hours of expert instruction from author Doug Farrell, you’ll gain a better understanding of how the Python ecosystem works and how to effectively use its various features. You’ll build and modify a typical web server application using Flask, connect it to a database, and refactor systems for scalability, all while adhering to professional standards.

Together, these resources bridge the gap between isolated Python skills and the integrated knowledge required for real-world software development. You’ll learn how all the different bits of Python link up as you build and modify a full-fledged web application—the kind of web app highly sought after by modern businesses.

What You Will Learn

This bundle provides a holistic learning experience, covering critical aspects of professional Python development:

• Building Robust Applications:

  • Designing and creating well-structured application modules.
  • Developing professional, scalable web server applications using Flask.
  • Seamlessly integrating database access into your Python applications.
  • Refactoring and decoupling systems for enhanced scalability and maintainability.
  • Developing a “big picture” perspective for application design and architecture.

• Mastering Pythonic Best Practices:

  • Implementing effective naming conventions for variables, functions, and classes.
  • Identifying, designing, and writing good Application Programming Interfaces (APIs).
  • Leveraging object-oriented principles for cleaner, more reusable code.
  • Strategies for handling and managing exceptions (failures) gracefully.

• Web Development & Security Essentials:

  • Building software that effectively connects to the internet.
  • Implementing core security practices, including authentication and authorization.
  • Debugging and troubleshooting techniques for complex applications.

Who Is This Bundle For?

This bundle is tailor-made for:

• Experienced beginners in Python who are eager to acquire professional-level skills.
• Programmers looking to transition from simply writing Python code to becoming a full-fledged Python developer.
• Anyone aspiring to understand and implement professional Python development best practices.

Course & Book Details

The Book: The Well-Grounded Python Developer

• Authors: Doug Farrell
• Key Topics: Modular construction, APIs, web server design, database integration, refactoring, scalability, security.
• Format: (includes free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats).

The Video Course: The Well-Grounded Python Developer, Video Edition

• Instructor: Doug Farrell (Author of the book)
• Publisher: O’Reilly
• Training Level: Beginner to Advanced
• Training Duration: 8 hours and 49 minutes
• Course Structure: Follows the book’s comprehensive outline, providing practical examples and demonstrations for each concept.

Comprehensive Table of Contents (Book & Course Alignment)

Both resources explore the following key areas, ensuring a consistent and reinforcing learning experience:

Part 1 – Groundwork

• Becoming a Pythonista: Setting up your environment, understanding Python versions, and embarking on your professional journey.
• That’s a Good Name: Mastering naming conventions, namespaces, and writing more readable code.
• The API: Let’s Talk: Designing effective function APIs and ensuring proper documentation.
• The Object of Conversation: Delving into object-oriented programming concepts.
• Exceptional Events: Understanding, handling, and creating custom exceptions for robust error management.

Part 2 – Fieldwork

• Sharing with the Internet: Building and running basic web servers using Flask.
• Doing it with Style: Integrating front-end frameworks (like Bootstrap), configuring applications, logging, and enhancing user experience.
• Do I Know You? Authentication: Implementing user authentication to remember and identify users.
• What Can You Do? Authorization: Defining user roles and permissions for secure access control.
• Persistence is Good: Databases: Accessing data, working with database systems (e.g., SQLite via SQLAlchemy), and modeling databases.
• I’ve Got Something to Say: Building dynamic content management, displaying and creating posts, comments, and handling site errors.
• Are We There Yet?: Essential topics like debugging, using development tools, understanding OS environments, cloud computing basics, networking, and collaboration.

Appendices (Course)

• Your Development Environment
• Python Virtual Environment
• Setting up Visual Studio Code
• Some Advice

Elevate your Python skills from mere programming to professional development. This bundle is your direct path to building maintainable, scalable, and secure applications that meet modern business demands.