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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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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.

This course is designed for you to learn Python from scratch, making it ideal for anyone interested in Python programming for be...Show More

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

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

A solid foundation in programming while you learn Python

TAKEAWAY SKILLS

Python Programming

Logic building

Python 3

Learn to Code

Content

14 Lessons2 Quizzes1 Assessment

Introduction to Python Programming

5 Lessons

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

5 Lessons

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.

Looping with Edward

Letting Edward Go Free

Hands-On Coding II

It's a Wrap!

Assessment on Common Programming Mistakes and Misconceptions

Assessment

Certificate of Completion

Showcase your accomplishment by sharing your certificate of completion.

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Hands-on Learning Powered by AI

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Personalized Interview Prep

Skip the LeetCode grind with a custom roadmap that adapts to your goals. Hands-on practice for Coding Interviews, System Design, and more.

Mock Interviews

Test your skills in a simulated interview setting. Receive personalized feedback based on your performance. Available for Coding Interviews, System Design, and more.

AI Prompt

Build prompt engineering skills. Practice implementing AI-informed solutions.

Code Feedback

Evaluate and debug your code with the click of a button. Get real-time feedback on test cases, including time and space complexity of your solutions.

Explain with AI

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AI Code Mentor

AI Code Mentor helps you quickly identify errors in your code, learn from your mistakes, and nudge you in the right direction — just like a 1:1 tutor!

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