Python for Students

Course details

Python is a perfect starting point for any student looking to build their high-tech skill set. It's not just one of the world's most popular programming languages, but its power and utility also make it a go-to tool long after you've learned the basics. Whether you're interested in web development, creating automations, or developing games, Python is an excellent choice for beginners. In this introductory-level course, information systems expert Julie Nisbet shows you how to write programs, solve problems, and learn basic programming concepts like variables, lists, classes, and loops. By completing a full Python project, you'll gain skills that also apply to languages such as JavaScript, C++, and Ruby. What you learn in this course will remain relevant and transfer to more advanced projects and future career opportunities.

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Python for students

1. Python Basics

02 - What is Python
03 - Why should you learn it
04 - What can you do with Python

2. Using Python Environment

05 - Getting set up on a Mac
06 - Getting set up on a PC using Windows
07 - Python 2 versus Python 3
08 - Using the Python shell
09 - Saving and running Python files

3. Basic Data Types

10 - Numbers and basic calculations
11 - Writing strings

4. Variables and Functions

12 - Creating variables
13 - Creating functions
14 - Completing the task

5. Lists

15 - What are lists
16 - Creating your first loop
17 - Ranges of indexes

6. Making Decisions

18 - Using if statements
19 - Adding an else
20 - Putting it all together

7. First Python Project

21 - Drawing a line with Python
22 - Drawing a circle with Python
23 - Putting it all together with pizza

8. Python Community and Continued Learning

24 - Choosing the right code editor
25 - Python resources
26 - Stack Overflow
27 - Other resources

Conclusion

28 - Next steps