Introduction to Programming Using Python, An

In this editorial review, the customer experience and reception of the book "Introduction to Programming Using Python, Student Value Edition 1st Edition" is mostly negative. Customers found the book to be confusing, with mediocre examples, and lacking in certain areas. One customer, who identifies as a visual learner, had a tough time with the book and mentioned that the usage of Eval in the examples posed a security risk and should not be used. Another customer expressed strong dislike for the book, stating that the examples were mediocre at best and that it would be better to take an intro course from online platforms like Udemy or YouTube. They also mentioned that the material assigned by their professor was not covered in the book, making it a waste of money. Other customers mentioned various issues with the book. One customer mentioned that they had paid for the ebook but it was still only a sample in their library, so they had to return it. Another customer felt that the book was "half-a#$'ed," noting that while the explanations were good, the practice questions only provided answers for odd-numbered questions, leaving the even-numbered questions unresolved. They also mentioned that there were errors and issues with proofreading throughout the book. Another customer found the book confusing and had to research free tutorials online to fill in the gaps in understanding. They also noted that the book was somewhat outdated in terms of formatting and styling, as it taught camel casing for variables instead of snake case as recommended in the current PEP8 style guide. Despite the negative feedback, one customer mentioned that the book is comprehensive for those with little knowledge of programming. Overall, the reception of the book was mostly negative, with customers citing confusion, mediocre examples, outdated formatting, and proofreading errors as the main issues.