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Cracking Codes with Python: An Introduction to Building and Breaking Ciphers

Name: Cracking Codes with Python: An Introduction to Building and Breaking Ciphers
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Book Synopsis: Learn how to program in Python while making and breaking ciphers—algorithms used to create and send secret messages! After a crash course in Python programming basics, you’ll learn to make, test, and hack programs that encrypt text with classical ciphers like the transposition cipher and Vigenère cipher. You’ll begin with simple programs for the reverse and Caesar ciphers and then work your way up to public key cryptography, the type of encryption used to secure today’s online transactions, including digital signatures, email, and Bitcoin. Each program includes the full code and a line-by-line explanation of how things work. By the end of the book, you’ll have learned how to code in Python and you’ll have the clever programs to prove it! You’ll also learn how to:- Combine loops, variables, and flow control statements into real working programs- Use dictionary files to instantly detect whether decrypted messages are valid English or gibberish- Create test programs to make sure that your code encrypts and decrypts correctly- Code (and hack!) a working example of the affine cipher, which uses modular arithmetic to encrypt a message- Break ciphers with techniques such as brute-force and frequency analysis There’s no better way to learn to code than to play with real programs. Cracking Codes with Python makes the learning fun! Read more

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Unlock the secrets of cryptography with Cracking Codes with Python! Dive into the world of Python programming while mastering the art of building and breaking ciphers. This book is your gateway to understanding the fascinating algorithms that have been used throughout history to protect sensitive information. Learn how to encrypt text using classical ciphers and delve into the realm of public key cryptography, essential for securing today’s digital transactions.

With Cracking Codes with Python, you'll not only gain a solid foundation in Python programming, but you'll also develop the skills to create, test, and hack encryption programs. Explore a variety of ciphers including the transposition cipher and Vigenère cipher, and elevate your coding expertise to the next level with the intriguing world of affine cipher. The detailed explanations provided alongside each program will ensure you grasp every concept and technique thoroughly.

Take your coding skills to new heights as you combine loops, variables, and flow control statements to craft real, functional programs. Discover the power of dictionary files in detecting the validity of decrypted messages and create effective test programs to ensure the accuracy of your encryption and decryption processes. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned coder, Cracking Codes with Python will equip you with the knowledge and tools to code and decode with confidence!

If you're ready to embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of cryptography and Python programming, Cracking Codes with Python is the ultimate guide for you. Unravel the mysteries of encryption, tackle challenging ciphers, and elevate your coding prowess with this engaging and educational resource. Start your coding adventure today with Cracking Codes with Python!

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