Chapter 1. Introducing Modular Programming

Modular programming is an essential tool for the modern developer. Gone are the days when you could just throw something together and hope that it works. To build robust systems that last, you need to understand how to organize your programs so that they can grow and evolve over time. Spaghetti coding is not an option. Modular programming techniques, and in particular the use of Python modules and packages, will give you the tools you need to succeed as a professional in the fast changing programming landscape.

In this chapter, we will:

Let's get started by learning about modules and how they work.