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Software Engineering for Absolute Beginners: Your Guide to Creating Software Products

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Start programming from scratch, no experience required. This beginners’ guide to software engineering starts with a discussion of the different editors used to create software and covers setting up a Docker environment. Next, you will learn about repositories and version control along with its uses. Now that you are ready to program, you’ll go through the basics of Python, the ideal language to learn as a novice software engineer. Many modern applications need to talk to a database of some kind, so you will explore how to create and connect to a database and how to design one for your app. Additionally you will discover how to use Python’s Flask microframework and how to efficiently test your code. Finally, the book explains best practices in coding, design, deployment, and security.

Software Engineering for Absolute Beginners answers the question of what topics you should know when you start out to learn software engineering. This book covers a lot of topics, and aims to clarify the hidden, but very important, portions of the software development toolkit.

After reading this book, you, a complete beginner, will be able to identify best practices and efficient approaches to software development. You will be able to go into a work environment and recognize the technology and approaches used, and set up a professional environment to create your own software applications.

What You Will Learn

  • Explore the concepts that you will encounter in the majority of companies doing software development
  • Create readable code that is neat as well as well-designed
  • Build code that is source controlled, containerized, and deployable
  • Secure your codebase
  • Optimize your workspace

Who This Book Is For

A reader with a keen interest in creating software. It is also helpful for students.

Read more

Editorial Reviews

Review

“The content is appropriate for someone who has had some minimal programming experience, for example, classwork or playing around at home, and is ready for their first real project or professional job. … definitely good enough to guide motivated users to search the web for deeper information as each topic becomes relevant. … I enjoyed reading the book and think it will be a useful aid for new developers learning Python production skills.” (David Goldfarb, Computing Reviews, July 22, 2021)

From the Back Cover

Start programming from scratch, no experience required. This beginners’ guide to software engineering starts with a discussion of the different editors used to create software and covers setting up a Docker environment. Next, you will learn about repositories and version control along with its uses. Now that you are ready to program, you’ll go through the basics of Python, the ideal language to learn as a novice software engineer. Many modern applications need to talk to a database of some kind, so you will explore how to create and connect to a database and how to design one for your app. Additionally you will discover how to use Python’s Flask microframework and how to efficiently test your code. Finally, the book explains best practices in coding, design, deployment, and security.

Software Engineering for Absolute Beginners answers the question of what topics you should know when you start out to learn software engineering. This book covers alot of topics, and aims to clarify the hidden, but very important, portions of the software development toolkit.

After reading this book, you, a complete beginner, will be able to identify best practices and efficient approaches to software development. You will be able to go into a work environment and recognize the technology and approaches used, and set up a professional environment to create your own software applications.

You will:

  • Explore the concepts that you will encounter in the majority of companies doing software development
  • Create readable code that is neat as well as well-designed
  • Build code that is source controlled, containerized, and deployable
  • Secure your codebase
  • Optimize your workspace

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have For The Beginner

A.C. · February 8, 2021

So I've had an the opportunity to spend time with this book and I have to say that I'm very satisfied. Normally when you're reading tech books that claim to be for beginners they assume that you know things and skips steps, but this book doesn't do that. I went from being super intimidated about programming and back end development, but this book eases your mind and makes you feel like you can do anything. And after reading it you start looking at programming in a completely different way.Pros:* Easy to comprehend* Well laid out* The tone of the author is very pleasant and not boring at all* Encourages you to experiment with what you've learned and encourages you to go out explore even further* He makes you feel smart* He makes you feel like you actually have a shot at being a paid developerCons:* There were a few typos and some missing syntax in a few of the coding examples, but even with that being the case this book is still awesomeOnce I land a gig here in the next three months it'll be thanks to this book and this amazing author. Thanks =)

4.0 out of 5 stars A good book for beginners

T.S. · May 6, 2025

Well I spent about 3 hours reviewing this book last night and I actually think I understood most of it. I still have a long way to go. And I’m not ready to call myself a software engineer any time soon. I think I would need to take about 3 college courses in software engineering and this book would be the first textbook.I would recommend that the index be expanded. I would recommend a book on Python to go with this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book

y. · November 12, 2024

Well written book very informative and something that’s good for those who want to start learning about the topic.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book

C. · September 15, 2022

Great seller with fast shipping. I love my purchase!!

1.0 out of 5 stars Must have prior knowlege

J.B. · October 7, 2023

After reading the reviews, it seemed like this was the perfect book to start learning about software engineering. Unfortunately, it is not. it assumes some program knowledge. I downloaded and installed Visual Studio Code, Ubuntu, and Docker Desktop. On page 22, it says to use the docker build command. I did, and I got a file or folder not found error. I've spent 4 hours searching the internet for an answer to this. I cant find it. This book is supposed to be written for absolute beginners. Apparently, it is not, as I, a beginner, am stuck 22 pages into it...

Das Buch ist schön und verständlich geschrieben

A.C. · November 11, 2024

Ich bin mit dem Inhalt des Buches zufrieden, denn es erklärt, was man für die Arbeit in der IT-Welt im Allgemeinen braucht!

Demystifies so many things

J.L. · March 17, 2024

Thank you for this well structure, detailed and comprehensive book. As a Delivery Lead but not necessarily on technical projects this demystified so many things for me. Feel more confident speaking on technology matters now. Looking forward to speaking with my tech teams next week!

A well rounded book that fits a lot of information into a not that many pages.

W. · June 18, 2021

I enjoyed this book. This is not a book purely focused on learning to write code although it covers that as well. It contains software engineering diagrams, how to write clean code, how to use Git, security aspects etc. As the headline says, it is a well rounded book.

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Condition: New

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Type: Paperback

AED15944

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

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Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

Returns & Warranty policies

Imported From: United States

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

All product information, images, descriptions, and reviews originate from the manufacturer or from trusted sellers overseas. BOLO is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an authorized retailer for most brands listed on our website unless stated otherwise.

While we strive to display accurate information, variations in packaging, labeling, instructions, or formulation may occasionally occur due to regional differences or supplier updates. For detailed or manufacturer-specific information, please contact the brand directly or reach out to BOLO Support for assistance.

Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

Start programming from scratch, no experience required. This beginners’ guide to software engineering starts with a discussion of the different editors used to create software and covers setting up a Docker environment. Next, you will learn about repositories and version control along with its uses. Now that you are ready to program, you’ll go through the basics of Python, the ideal language to learn as a novice software engineer. Many modern applications need to talk to a database of some kind, so you will explore how to create and connect to a database and how to design one for your app. Additionally you will discover how to use Python’s Flask microframework and how to efficiently test your code. Finally, the book explains best practices in coding, design, deployment, and security.

Software Engineering for Absolute Beginners answers the question of what topics you should know when you start out to learn software engineering. This book covers a lot of topics, and aims to clarify the hidden, but very important, portions of the software development toolkit.

After reading this book, you, a complete beginner, will be able to identify best practices and efficient approaches to software development. You will be able to go into a work environment and recognize the technology and approaches used, and set up a professional environment to create your own software applications.

What You Will Learn

  • Explore the concepts that you will encounter in the majority of companies doing software development
  • Create readable code that is neat as well as well-designed
  • Build code that is source controlled, containerized, and deployable
  • Secure your codebase
  • Optimize your workspace

Who This Book Is For

A reader with a keen interest in creating software. It is also helpful for students.

Read more

Editorial Reviews

Review

“The content is appropriate for someone who has had some minimal programming experience, for example, classwork or playing around at home, and is ready for their first real project or professional job. … definitely good enough to guide motivated users to search the web for deeper information as each topic becomes relevant. … I enjoyed reading the book and think it will be a useful aid for new developers learning Python production skills.” (David Goldfarb, Computing Reviews, July 22, 2021)

From the Back Cover

Start programming from scratch, no experience required. This beginners’ guide to software engineering starts with a discussion of the different editors used to create software and covers setting up a Docker environment. Next, you will learn about repositories and version control along with its uses. Now that you are ready to program, you’ll go through the basics of Python, the ideal language to learn as a novice software engineer. Many modern applications need to talk to a database of some kind, so you will explore how to create and connect to a database and how to design one for your app. Additionally you will discover how to use Python’s Flask microframework and how to efficiently test your code. Finally, the book explains best practices in coding, design, deployment, and security.

Software Engineering for Absolute Beginners answers the question of what topics you should know when you start out to learn software engineering. This book covers alot of topics, and aims to clarify the hidden, but very important, portions of the software development toolkit.

After reading this book, you, a complete beginner, will be able to identify best practices and efficient approaches to software development. You will be able to go into a work environment and recognize the technology and approaches used, and set up a professional environment to create your own software applications.

You will:

  • Explore the concepts that you will encounter in the majority of companies doing software development
  • Create readable code that is neat as well as well-designed
  • Build code that is source controlled, containerized, and deployable
  • Secure your codebase
  • Optimize your workspace

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have For The Beginner

A.C. · February 8, 2021

So I've had an the opportunity to spend time with this book and I have to say that I'm very satisfied. Normally when you're reading tech books that claim to be for beginners they assume that you know things and skips steps, but this book doesn't do that. I went from being super intimidated about programming and back end development, but this book eases your mind and makes you feel like you can do anything. And after reading it you start looking at programming in a completely different way.Pros:* Easy to comprehend* Well laid out* The tone of the author is very pleasant and not boring at all* Encourages you to experiment with what you've learned and encourages you to go out explore even further* He makes you feel smart* He makes you feel like you actually have a shot at being a paid developerCons:* There were a few typos and some missing syntax in a few of the coding examples, but even with that being the case this book is still awesomeOnce I land a gig here in the next three months it'll be thanks to this book and this amazing author. Thanks =)

4.0 out of 5 stars A good book for beginners

T.S. · May 6, 2025

Well I spent about 3 hours reviewing this book last night and I actually think I understood most of it. I still have a long way to go. And I’m not ready to call myself a software engineer any time soon. I think I would need to take about 3 college courses in software engineering and this book would be the first textbook.I would recommend that the index be expanded. I would recommend a book on Python to go with this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book

y. · November 12, 2024

Well written book very informative and something that’s good for those who want to start learning about the topic.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book

C. · September 15, 2022

Great seller with fast shipping. I love my purchase!!

1.0 out of 5 stars Must have prior knowlege

J.B. · October 7, 2023

After reading the reviews, it seemed like this was the perfect book to start learning about software engineering. Unfortunately, it is not. it assumes some program knowledge. I downloaded and installed Visual Studio Code, Ubuntu, and Docker Desktop. On page 22, it says to use the docker build command. I did, and I got a file or folder not found error. I've spent 4 hours searching the internet for an answer to this. I cant find it. This book is supposed to be written for absolute beginners. Apparently, it is not, as I, a beginner, am stuck 22 pages into it...

Das Buch ist schön und verständlich geschrieben

A.C. · November 11, 2024

Ich bin mit dem Inhalt des Buches zufrieden, denn es erklärt, was man für die Arbeit in der IT-Welt im Allgemeinen braucht!

Demystifies so many things

J.L. · March 17, 2024

Thank you for this well structure, detailed and comprehensive book. As a Delivery Lead but not necessarily on technical projects this demystified so many things for me. Feel more confident speaking on technology matters now. Looking forward to speaking with my tech teams next week!

A well rounded book that fits a lot of information into a not that many pages.

W. · June 18, 2021

I enjoyed this book. This is not a book purely focused on learning to write code although it covers that as well. It contains software engineering diagrams, how to write clean code, how to use Git, security aspects etc. As the headline says, it is a well rounded book.

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