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Coding Books

Welcome, young coders! Our carefully selected coding books for Python and C++ are designed for elementary beginners through high school innovators.

C is an excellent starting point for learning programming. It teaches you core concepts such as logic, functions, and arrays. Once you grasp these fundamentals in C, transitioning to C++—an object-oriented language—becomes easier because you’ll already be familiar with the basic building blocks. After that, learning Python is more straightforward since the logic, functions, and data structures remain consistent across languages, with only the syntax differing.

This solid foundation makes it much easier to understand more advanced programming concepts later on. These resources provide clear explanations, hands-on projects, and creative challenges that prepare you for coding competitions and help you master programming. Explore the links below to begin your coding journey.

🌟 Featured Book: Cody’s Dance Off – A Programming Journey🌟

An original story from Cypher Codes that blends coding with creativity! Join Cody, the robot, as he learns loops, conditions, and logic through dance. This book introduces core programming concepts in a fun, visual way—perfect for young beginners. You can find the Amazon link to buy our book below.

  1. Cody’s Dance Off: A Programming Journey, Ms. Dhurvika Solanki
        Cody’s Dance Off teaches kids coding through a fun, dance-filled story.   Every purchase supports coding education for young learners around the world.

Python Coding Books

If you want to excel in Python and start learning from the beginning, the following free resources could be a great reference. The book link can be found by clicking title.

1. Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, By Al Sweigart

Perfect for beginners, this book teaches practical Python skills to automate everyday computer tasks—like organizing files, filling out forms, and managing spreadsheets.

2. A Byte of Python, By Swaroop C H

An easy-to-follow beginner’s guide that introduces Python programming from scratch—ideal for readers with no prior coding experience. Perfect for self-learners and hobbyists.

3. Dive Into Python 3, By Mark Pilgrim

A fast-paced guide for experienced programmers diving into Python 3, packed with updated examples and in-depth explanations of modern Python features.

4. Python for Everybody, by Dr. Charles R. Severance

A widely-used beginner’s book that teaches programming through real-world data analysis problems using Python, perfect for learners in Informatics and data science fields

5. Think Python, By Allen B. Downey

A beginner-friendly book that teaches core programming concepts and problem-solving using Python. It emphasizes clear thinking, structured design, and practical coding skills.

C++ Programming Coding Books

If you want to excel in coding and start learning from the beginning, the following free resources for C++ could be a great reference.

1. C++ Annotations Version 10.1.0, By Frank B. Brokken

this book is ideal for C programmers transitioning to C++. It focuses on core C++ concepts beyond basic C grammar and is used as a primary resource in university-level courses.

2. A Complete Guide to Programming in C++; by Ulla Kirch-Prinz and Peter
Prinz

A beginner-friendly yet in-depth book that covers C++ fundamentals, object-oriented programming, and real-world applications—ideal for mastering C++ from the ground up.

C Programming Coding Books

C is an excellent language to begin your programming journey. It introduces core concepts such as logic, functions, and arrays, laying a solid foundation for advanced languages like C++ and Python.The following books offer comprehensive coverage of C programming fundamentals, making them ideal for beginners who want to build a strong base in coding.

1.  C Programming Language Handbook  by Flavio

A beginner-friendly guide that introduces the fundamentals of C programming and its real-world applications in systems and embedded development.

2.Programming in C (Part I) by Bharat Kinariwala and Tep Dobry

A structured introduction to C programming with a focus on problem-solving, algorithm design, and engineering applications—ideal for beginners seeking a deep understanding of programming fundamentals.

3.C Programming by Wiki books Contributors​

A detailed, community-curated guide that covers beginner to advanced concepts in C programming, ideal for learners seeking a free covering beginner to advanced C programming concepts open resource with structured lessons and real-world applications.

4. The C Programming Language by Brian W. Kernighan and Dennis M. Ritchie.

This book introduces ANSI-standard C with practical examples and clear explanations, making it essential for anyone learning systems programming.