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Python is one of the most versatile, popular programming languages in use today. You can leverage Python in almost every industry, in a wide array of applications from system administration to machine learning, from automation to web services, from data analysis to visual effects. Compared to other programming languages, Python is relatively easier to learn and use, providing a wide variety of opportunities for students of all skill levels and roles.
A core component of our Python SkillJourney skills-immersion series, Introduction to Python Programming Basics is a highly-rated, hands-on training course that has provided thousands of students with the skills required to quickly and easily put Python to work in their job, task or project. This three-day, jumpstart-style course provides an excellent start for users new to Python, enabling them to use their new skills immediately and providing the broad foundation for continued Python learning in their particular industry.
NOTE: If you are coming from a non-technical background, you might consider the "Python for Everyone: Getting Started with Python Basics for Non-Developers" (4 days) as an alternative to this course.
Working in a hands-on learning environment led by our engaging expert instructor you’ll learn how to:
This course is rich with hands-on activities, challenge labs, knowledge checks, valuable discussions and focused projects that can be done individually or in groups. Guided by our engaging, highly-experienced instructor, you’ll work within our user-friendly Learning Experience Platform (LXP) that combines the best aspects of in-person live training with our robust hands-on online environment. You’ll have extensive opportunities for live engagement, practice and review. You’ll exit this program equipped with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to put your new Python skills right to work.
Please note that this list of topics is based on our standard course offering, evolved from typical industry uses and trends. We’ll work with you to tune this course and level of coverage to target the skills you need most. Topics, agenda and labs may adjust during live delivery based on audience interests, skill-level and participation.
1. The Python Environment
2. Variables and Values
3. Basic input and output
4. Flow Control
5. Array types
6. Working with files
7. Dictionaries and Sets
8. Functions
9. Sorting
10. Exception handling and logging
11. Modules and Packages
12. Introduction to Classes