Building Blocks of Coding: Learning Python

This course demystifies Python programming for beginners, offering a path to learn Python from scratch, build foundational skills in Python programming, and begin your journey as a Python developer.

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14 Lessons

10h

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

A solid foundation in programming while you learn Python
Problem-solving skills in Python programming for beginners
The ability to debug and troubleshoot Python programming issues
Hands-on experience by building your first project, setting you on the path to becoming a Python developer

Learning Roadmap

14 Lessons2 Quizzes1 Assessment

Introduction to Python Programming

This chapter covers Python programming through hands-on practice, including Python print and Python input, with quizzes to test your knowledge.

Learning with Edward the Robot

Python Functions, Conditional Statements, and Error Handling

This chapter focuses on Python conditional statements and Python functions. Practice debugging Python errors to enhance your Python practice effectively.

Counting and Keeping Track with Edward

Customizing Functions

Errors in Python

Comparing and Choosing

Hands-On Coding

Loops in Python

4 Lessons

This chapter covers Python for loops and Python while loops to enhance your programming skills through engaging examples and exercises.

Assessment on Common Programming Mistakes and Misconceptions

Assessment

Certificate of Completion

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Developed by MAANG Engineers

Every Educative lesson is designed by a team of ex-MAANG software engineers and PhD computer science educators, and developed in consultation with developers and data scientists working at Meta, Google, and more. Our mission is to get you hands-on with the necessary skills to stay ahead in a constantly changing industry. No video, no fluff. Just interactive, project-based learning with personalized feedback that adapts to your goals and experience.

ABOUT THIS COURSE

This course is designed for you to learn Python from scratch, making it ideal for anyone interested in Python programming for beginners. Using Edward the robot to gamify concepts, you'll explore Python programming fundamentals, from built-in functions to user-defined functions and basic data types. You’ll also learn how to write programs using sequential, selective, and iterative structures. By completing hands-on projects, you'll gain the skills needed to kickstart your career as a Python developer and become a lifelong learner in computing.

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