Best Python Course for Beginners (Python 3)

This best Python course teaches Python programming from the ground up, covering Python 2 and Python 3. You'll learn to write scripts, automate tasks, and solve real-world problems on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems.

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(45,000)
149,000 Students
2.5+ Hours
Stage 4 - Advanced

Last update: June 2024

Focus: Python Courses, Programming Courses

Audio Language: English

Subtitles/Captions: Yes

Type of Training: Online self-paced

Caption Language: English

Best Python Course for Beginners (Python 3)

What You’ll Learn

This Python will teach you:

  • Python 2 vs Python 3
    Understand when to use Python 2 and Python 3 for your projects.
  • Installing Python
    Learn how to install Python on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems.
  • Running Python Programs
    Discover various methods to run Python programs across different operating systems.
  • Data Types
    Explore working with strings, lists, tuples, dictionaries, and more.
  • Variables and Operations
    Learn what variables are and how to perform mathematical operations in Python.
  • User Input
    Understand how to capture and utilize user input in your Python programs.
  • Control Flow
    Master techniques to control the flow of your programs using conditionals and loops.
  • File Handling
    Learn to read from and write to both text and binary files.
  • Functions
    Discover how to define and use functions to organize your code.
  • Modules
    Understand what modules are, how to use them, and how to create your own.

Included in the Best Python Course

2.5+ Hours of On-Demand Video

18 Documents

9 Practice Exercises

Access on Mobile

Certificate of Completion

9 Quizzes

Suitable for the Following Careers

Python Programmers and Developers

Course Content

Training Overview

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Course Overview and Downloads

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Python Setup

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Strings and Variables

Numbers and Math

Booleans and Conditionals

Functions

Lists

Dictionaries

Tuples

Files

Modules

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Requirements

Basic IT knowledge.

Access to a computer that runs the Windows, Mac, or Linux operating system.

No previous programming knowledge is required.

Description of the Best Python Course

This Python for Beginners course takes you from zero to proficiency in Python programming; no prior coding experience is required! Through comprehensive lectures and hands-on exercises, we will guide you from an absolute beginner to a confident Python programmer capable of writing scripts and automating tasks on various operating systems.

The practical and hands-on course focuses on teaching you to write real-world Python programs.

Skills you will acquire include:

  • Installing and setting up Python on multiple operating systems
  • Understanding Python 2 and Python 3 differences
  • Writing and running Python scripts
  • Working with essential data types
  • Using variables and performing mathematical operations
  • Capturing and processing user input
  • Controlling program flow with conditionals and loops
  • Reading from and writing to files
  • Creating and utilizing functions
  • Implementing and creating modules

This course is perfect for anyone interested in learning Python programming, from complete beginners to those looking to add Python to their skill set for career advancement. Enroll now and start your journey to becoming a proficient Python programmer!

Who Is This Course For

This course is for anyone interested in learning Python programming, whether they are complete beginners or individuals looking to enhance their skill set for career advancement in IT and programming.

Course Instructor

Jason Cannon

Jason began his career as a Unix and Linux System Engineer in 1999, working with companies such as Xerox, UPS, Hewlett-Packard, and Amazon.com. He has also served as a technical consultant and independent contractor for small businesses and Fortune 500 companies.

Jason has extensive experience with CentOS, RedHat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and Ubuntu, as well as personal projects using Debian, Slackware, and CrunchBang. In addition to Linux, he has supported proprietary Unix operating systems, including AIX, HP-UX, and Solaris.

Passionate about teaching, Jason enjoys helping others harness the power of the Linux operating system. He is the author of "Linux for Beginners" and "Command Line Kung Fu."

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Testimonials

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Steven Smith

I started this course and instantly started learning new things, just fantastic.

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Regena Ingram

The instructor is knowledgeable and delivers the course in a way that's easy to follow... Clear, concise, and informative.

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Armando Cabrera

Excellent Course! Having come from a moderate understanding of Python, this course has given me a deeper and more streamlined understanding of Python. Definitely worth the money.

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