Serious Python

An indispensable collection of practical tips and real-world advice for tackling common Python problems and taking your code to the next level.



The Hacker's Guide to Python will teach you how to fine tune your Python code and give you a deeper understanding of how the language works under the hood. This essential guide distils years of Python experience into a handy collection of general advice and specific tips that will help you pick the right libraries, distribute your code correctly, build future-proof programs, and optimise your programs down to the bytecode.