Microsoft's two new video series target beginner developers interested in using Python for machine-learning programs.

Python is not the most common game programming language, but thanks to its ease of use, it has helped create some memorable titles.

Deciding to learn a programming language is one thing, but if you having trouble deciding where to get started, Microsoft has a new 44-part video series that aims to teach beginners Python.

Invent Your Own Computer Games with Python is an excellent book on Python, on programming, and on coding techniques for building games – appropriate for pre-teens to adults.

If you’ve been putting off putting the effort to really get a good overview of Python and get some programming experience, we think this would be a very good place to start.