What are the good books for physics and python?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion focuses on identifying good books that cover the use of Python and other programming languages for numerical physics applications. Participants express interest in resources that include exercises and cater to varying levels of programming familiarity.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about good books on using Python for numerical physics, expressing a preference for alternatives to MatLab.
  • Another participant shares a specific book link that has received positive reviews and provides additional resources, including sample chapters and code.
  • A participant requests recommendations for books that include exercises, indicating their novice status in programming and unfamiliarity with technical terms.
  • Another participant mentions the Processing IDE's Python mode, highlighting its interactive graphics examples, and references a Python distribution that supports a numerical Python environment.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus on specific book recommendations, and multiple suggestions and resources are presented without agreement on a single best option.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express varying levels of programming experience, which may influence their preferences for resources. The discussion does not resolve which books are most suitable for novices versus more experienced users.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in learning Python for numerical physics, particularly those seeking beginner-friendly resources with exercises and practical examples.

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What would be the good books on how to use Python (or any other language other than MatLab) and its capabilities on numerical physics?
 
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Thank you! Can there be book about the capabilities of Python (with exercises)? I'm still a novice in programming, and I'm not really familiar with some technical terms.
 

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