Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer (PCEP-30-02) Cert Prep

Course details

Python is one of the most popular programming languages in the world, and getting certified can boost your profile and increase your attractiveness to employers. If you're looking to earn your Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer (PCEP) certification and validate your Python skills, join instructor Maximiliano Firtman in this course. Maximiliano first takes you through the fundamentals of computer and Python programming. He then discusses control flow, including conditional blocks and loops. Next, he shows you how to work with data, including tuples, dictionaries, and lists. Finally, Maximiliano guides you through using functions and expressions.

Concepts

Introduction

Become a certified entry-level Python programmer
What you should know

Computer Programming and Python Fundamentals

Fundamentals of Python
Writing and executing Python code
Python code structure
PEP 8 style guidelines and indentation
Variables and literals
Output messages to the console
Defining numerical representations
Working with strings
Using operators
Receiving input data from the console

Control Flow - Conditional Blocks and Loops

Using conditional blocks with if
Using the while loop
Using the for loop
Working with ranges
Changing the natural flow in loops
Using else with loops
Nesting loops and conditions

Data Collections - Tuples, Dictionaries, and Lists

Introduction to data collections
Working with lists
Advanced techniques with lists
Using tuples
Working with dictionaries
Iterating through dictionaries
Mixing data collections

Functions and Exceptions

Introduction to modularization
Modularize your code with functions
Defining parameters and arguments
Using and creating generators
Introduction to exceptions
Using exceptions and try-except

Conclusion

The Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer exam information