Its easy to start developing programs with Python, which is why the language is so popular. However, Pythons unique strengths, charms, and expressiveness can be hard to grasp, and there are hidden pitfalls that can easily trip you up.This second edition of Effective Python will help you master a truly Pythonic approach to programming, harnessing Pythons full power to write exceptionally robust and well-performing code. Using the concise, scenario-driven style pioneered in Scott Meyers best-selling Effective C++, Brett Slatkin brings together 90 Python best practices, tips, and shortcuts, and explains them with realistic code examples so that you can embrace Python with confidence.