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Python Programming Essentials Training

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Python Programming Essentials Training

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Beginner level

Recommended experience

8 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Set up Python and write your first program using an IDE
Use data types, loops, and conditionals to build program logic
Create modular, reusable code with functions and OOP principles
Implement threading to manage parallel tasks in Python applications

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This comprehensive Python Programming course equips you with the skills to code confidently, solve problems efficiently, and build real-world applications. Begin by mastering programming fundamentals—understand software types, programming models, and set up Python with an IDE. Get hands-on with writing your first Python program. Progress to core programming concepts—work with data types, operators, strings, conditionals, and loops to build logical, structured code. Advance to functions, lambda expressions, and generators for modular design. Conclude with object-oriented programming principles and threading techniques to develop scalable and high-performance Python applications.

You should have a basic understanding of computer operations and logical thinking. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Set Up & Start: Install Python, configure an IDE, and write your first program. - Build Logic: Use data types, loops, and conditionals to structure program flow. - Create Modular Code: Apply functions, lambdas, and OOP to organize and scale code. - Manage Concurrency: Use threading and multithreading to handle parallel tasks. Ideal for aspiring developers, coding professionals, and anyone looking to build a strong foundation in Python programming.

Start your programming journey with a solid foundation in software concepts and Python setup. Learn the basics of software, its categories, and programming models, along with the structure of a program. Get introduced to Python, understand its features, install it, set up an IDE, and write your first Python program. This module is ideal for those looking to build a career in coding using Python.

What's included

13 videos1 reading3 assignments

13 videosTotal 45 minutes

Course Introduction6 minutes
Learning Objectives1 minute
Introduction to Software2 minutes
Categories of Software3 minutes
Programming Models2 minutes
Program Structure12 minutes
Key Takeaways1 minute
Learning Objectives1 minute
Introduction to Python4 minutes
Python Installation3 minutes
Python IDE4 minutes
First Python Program8 minutes
Key Takeaways1 minute

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Course Syllabus10 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 70 minutes

Assessment for Introduction to Programming and Python Setup40 minutes
Quiz on Programming Basics15 minutes
Quiz on Introduction to Python Programming 15 minutes

Master core Python concepts in this module, focusing on data types, variables, operators, and string manipulation. Learn to write logic with conditional statements and control program flow using loops, loop control statements, and loop else conditions. Build a strong foundation in Python syntax and logic building, perfect for anyone aiming to develop real-world coding skills.

What's included

11 videos3 assignments

11 videosTotal 74 minutes

Learning Objectives0 minutes
Data Types and Data Assignment8 minutes
Operators in Python15 minutes
Strings in Python5 minutes
Key Takeaways0 minutes
Learning Objectives0 minutes
Decision Control Structures in Python15 minutes
Loops13 minutes
Loop Control Statements4 minutes
Loop Else Statements12 minutes
Key Takeaways1 minute

3 assignmentsTotal 70 minutes

Assessment for Python Core Concepts40 minutes
Quiz on Python Data Types and Operators 15 minutes
Quiz on Conditional Statements and Loops 15 minutes

Advance your Python skills with functions, OOP, and threading. Learn to create reusable code using functions, lambda expressions, and generators. Dive into object-oriented programming with classes, inheritance, encapsulation, and polymorphism. Explore threading and multithreading to manage concurrent tasks efficiently. This module is ideal for building scalable and efficient Python applications.

What's included

24 videos4 assignments

24 videosTotal 103 minutes

Learning Objectives1 minute
Functions and Its Advantages2 minutes
Function Arguments9 minutes
return Statement3 minutes
Scope of a Variable6 minutes
Generators Function4 minutes
Function Types10 minutes
Key Takeaways1 minute
Learning Objectives0 minutes
Object-Oriented Programming Language1 minute
Objects and Classes2 minutes
Methods & Attributes12 minutes
Access Modifiers6 minutes
Encapsulation1 minute
Inheritance13 minutes
Polymorphism7 minutes
Abstraction5 minutes
Key Takeaways1 minute
Learning Objectives0 minutes
Introduction to Threading2 minutes
Introduction to Multi-Threading2 minutes
Creating a New Thread8 minutes
Synchronizing Threads7 minutes
Key Takeaways1 minute

4 assignmentsTotal 85 minutes

Assessment for Functions, Functional Programming, and Threading40 minutes
Quiz on Python Functions 15 minutes
Quiz on OOPs Concepts with Python 15 minutes
Quiz on Threading 15 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

Programming essentials in Python cover the foundational concepts like variables, data types, conditionals, loops, functions, and object-oriented programming. It’s ideal for those starting their coding journey.

Yes, with consistent practice, 2 months is enough to learn Python basics, build simple projects, and understand core programming concepts.

You need a computer, Python installed, a code editor or IDE, and a structured course or tutorials. No prior programming experience is required.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.