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Learn to Code in Python

Learn to code using the latest version of Python 3, arguably the most popular professional programming language

What will you learn?

Learn the basics of the Python programming language, and why it's one of the most popular programming languages out there. You'll get hands-on practice with all the core concepts, and learn how to apply them to real-world problems. You don't need any prior programming experience to be able to complete this course, it's intended for complete beginners.

Chapter List

1
Introduction
Learn about the Python programming language and why it's so ubiquitous
2
Variables
Learn how variables are declared and used in Python
3
Functions
Learn how to declare and call functions
4
Scope
Learn how Python scopes variables in different contexts
5
Testing and Debugging
Learn how unit tests and good debugging practices will help you write better code
6
Computing
Learn the basics of how computers work internally
7
Comparisons
Learn how to compare different values and make logical decisions in a program
8
Loops
Master the art of reusing code
9
Lists
Learn the most basic and powerful data structure in all of coding
10
Dictionaries
Learn about Python's built-in support for complex structures
11
Sets
Master another basic data structure of the Python language
12
Errors
Learn how to deal with unexpected data and inputs in a Python program
13
Practice
Put your skills to work by squashing extra challenging practice problems
14
Quiz
Quiz yourself on some of the important-to-know facts about the Python language

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It's a solid course. Easy to follow, and helped me understand a few concepts that weren't well explained in college-level courses I've taken previously.

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IamSuperDuck

United States

If you want to learn the basics, here's the place to go!

(5/5)
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Hugo Thijssens

Netherlands

You're never going to convince me that tabs are better than braces

(4/5)
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James Halliday

United Kingdom

Very good course. Excellently structured for beginners.

(5/5)
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Pranay dutta

Raiganj, Westbengal

The course is easy to follow and presented in a fun and engaging way.

(5/5)
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Marius Giddey

Ireland

Easy to get basics.

(5/5)
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Leonids Sama

Latvia

10/10 most fun I've ever had learning how to use a programming language.

(5/5)
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Lee J

United States

It's awesome! The way of learning is great!

(5/5)
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Stefan Rasevic

Serbia

This course is a good introduction to programming. It goes over concepts at a very basic level.

(2/5)
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Arcnid

United States

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Frequently asked Questions

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Yes! It's free to create an account and start learning. You'll get all the immersive and interactive features for free for a few chapters. After that, if you still haven't paid for a membership, you'll be in read-only (content only) mode.