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The Insider's BestPractice Guide to Rapid PyQt 4 GUI DevelopmentWhether you're building GUI prototypes or fullfledged crossplatform GUI applications with native lookandfeel, PyQt 4 is your fastest, easiest, most powerful solution. Qt expert Mark Summerfield has written the definitive bestpractice guide to PyQt 4 development.With Rapid GUI Programming with Python and Qt you'll learn how to build efficient GUI applications that run on all major operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, and many versions of Unix, using the same source code for all of them. Summerfield systematically introduces every core GUI development technique: from dialogs and windows to data handling; from events to printing; and more. Through the book's realistic examples you'll discover a completely new PyQt 4based programming approach, as well as coverage of many new topics, from PyQt 4's rich text engine to advanced model/view and graphics/view programming. Every key concept is illuminated with realistic, downloadable examplesall tested on Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux with Python 2.5, Qt 4.2, and PyQt 4.2, and on Windows and Linux with Qt 4.3 and PyQt 4.3.Coverge includes Python basics for every PyQt developer: data types, data structures, control structures, classes, modules, and more Core PyQt GUI programming techniques: dialogs, main windows, and custom file formats Using Qt Designer to design user interfaces, and to implement and test dialogs, events, the Clipboard, and draganddrop Building custom widgets: Widget Style Sheets, composite widgets, subclassing, and more Making the most of Qt 4.2's new graphics/view architecture Connecting to databases, executing SQL queries, and using form and table views Advanced model/view programming: custom views, generic delegates, and more Implementing online help, internationalizing applications, and using PyQt's networking and multithreading facilities
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book Rapid GUI Programming with Python and Qt? A: The book focuses on teaching readers how to efficiently build cross-platform GUI applications using PyQt 4, covering essential techniques and best practices for GUI development.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Python programming? A: Yes, the book includes coverage of Python basics such as data types, control structures, and classes, making it accessible for beginners who want to learn PyQt 4.
- Q: What operating systems does this book cover for GUI application development? A: The book covers GUI application development for all major operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, and various Unix versions.
- Q: Does the book include practical examples for learning? A: Yes, the book features realistic examples and downloadable code that have been tested across different operating systems to help readers understand core concepts.
- Q: What are some advanced topics covered in this book? A: Advanced topics include model/view programming, custom widgets, database connectivity, and multithreading in PyQt applications.
- Q: What is the publication date of Rapid GUI Programming with Python and Qt? A: The book was published on January 1, 2007.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Mark Summerfield, a recognized expert in Qt development.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains a total of 648 pages.
- Q: Is the book considered new or used? A: The book is in new condition.