Unlock the power of Python with our comprehensive beginner's course! Dive into the world of programming with easy-to-follow lessons, detailed notes, and hands-on practice questions designed to solidify your learning. Perfect for aspiring programmers with no prior experience.
Course Topics:
Getting Started
- Introduction to Python
- Installing Python (Windows & Mac)
- Setting up PyScripter (Windows Only)
- Getting Started with PyScripter
- Installing PyCharm (Windows & Mac)
Basics of Python Programming
- Creating Your First Python File
- Writing and Running Your First Program
- Understanding Variables
- Exercise 1: Working with Variables
User Input and Data Types
- Handling User Input
- Concatenating Strings
- Exercise 2: String Concatenation
- Type Conversion
- Printing the Sum of Two Numbers
Working with Strings
- Manipulating Strings
- Python Keywords
- Exercise: String Operations
Operators in Python
- Arithmetic Operators
- Using Shortcuts
- Understanding Operator Precedence
- Writing Comments in Python
Control Flow
- Comparison Operators
- Logical Operators
- Using If-else Statements
- Mini-Project: Basic Control Flow
Working with Loops
- Understanding the Range Function
- While Loops
- For Loops
- Lists in Python
- Using For Loops with Lists
Advanced Looping Techniques
- Break and Continue Statements
- Tuples in Python
- Sets in Python
- Dictionaries in Python
Functions in Python
- Defining Functions
- Calling Functions
- Understanding Function Arguments
- Returning Values from Functions
Requirements:
- No prior programming experience needed: This course is designed for absolute beginners.
- Basic computer skills: Familiarity with operating a computer and browsing the internet.
- Access to a computer with an internet connection: Required for downloading and installing Python and development environments.
- Willingness to learn and practice: Success in this course comes from actively engaging with the exercises and practice questions.