Python Beginners

In this course, you’ll learn everything you need to know to ace your AWS Certified Developer Associate exam.

Use the practical exercises to learn how to architect and build applications on AWS.

The course includes many visuals and diagrams to help you understand the concepts.

At the end of each section use the exam cram lesson for quick revision of the important facts and take the quizzes to test your knowledge.

About the Course

This course is designed for absolute beginners who want to learn Python programming from scratch. It provides a clear and practical introduction to coding, covering essential concepts, syntax, and programming logic. The course focuses on hands-on exercises to help learners build confidence and start creating Python programs independently.

Course Overview

Learners will explore Python fundamentals, including variables, data types, loops, conditionals, functions, and file handling. The course emphasizes practical examples, problem-solving, and simple projects to apply each concept. By the end of the program, participants will be able to write their own Python scripts and understand the basics of programming logic, preparing them for advanced Python topics or other programming languages.

Course Outcomes

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

Understand Python syntax and core programming concepts
Write Python scripts to solve basic problems
Work with variables, data types, lists, dictionaries, and strings
Use loops, conditionals, and functions effectively
Read from and write to files in Python
Apply Python programming to simple real-world projects
Develop problem-solving and logical thinking skills

Career Path

Ideal for beginners and students aiming to start a career in programming, software development, or data-related fields. Career opportunities include:

Junior Python Developer
Data Analyst (Python beginner level)
Automation Assistant
Entry-level Software Developer
IT or Technical Support with coding skills

This course provides a solid foundation for anyone looking to build a career in programming or advance to more complex Python courses such as Python for Data Science, Web Development with Python, or Automation with Python.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Python

What is Python and why it is popular
Installing Python and setting up the development environment
Running Python scripts and using the interactive shell
Basic syntax, comments, and code structure

Module 2: Variables, Data Types & Operators

Understanding variables and constants
Data types: strings, numbers, lists, tuples, dictionaries
Type conversion and type checking
Using arithmetic, comparison, and logical operators

Module 3: Control Flow & Loops

Using conditional statements (if, elif, else)
Working with for and while loops
Using break, continue, and pass statements
Nested loops and practical examples

Module 4: Functions & Modules

Defining and calling functions
Function parameters, return values, and scope
Using built-in Python modules
Creating your own Python modules and importing them

Module 5: Data Structures

Lists: creation, indexing, slicing, and methods
Tuples and sets: usage and differences
Dictionaries: keys, values, and iteration
Practical examples with data structures

Module 6: File Handling

Reading from and writing to text files
Working with CSV and JSON files
File management and error handling
Practical file handling exercises

Module 7: Basic Projects & Practice

Small Python projects to apply learned concepts
Examples: calculator, to-do list, text analyzer
Debugging and testing your code
Preparing for the next level in Python or programming