Welcome to Python 101! I created this course to help you learn Python 3. My objective is to get you acquainted with the building blocks of Python so that you can write something useful yourself. With interactive playgrounds to help you learn right away, I will endeavor to not only get you up to speed on the basics, but also to show you how to create useful programs.
This course will be split into five parts:
Part-I covers Python's basics.
Part-II is a small subset of Python's Standard Library.
Part-III is intermediate material.
Part-IV is a series of small tutorials.
Part-V covers Python packaging and distribution.
Welcome to Python 101! I created this course to help you learn Python 3. My objective is to get you acquainted with the building...Show More
TAKEAWAY SKILLS
Learning Roadmap
1.
All About Strings
All About Strings
Learn how to use strings, string methods, slicing, and formatting in Python.
2.
Lists, Tuples and Dictionaries
Lists, Tuples and Dictionaries
Look at essential Python data types: lists, tuples, and dictionaries for foundational programming.
3.
Conditional Statements
Conditional Statements
6 Lessons
6 Lessons
Break apart using if/elif/else, Boolean logic, and input handling for decision-making in Python.
4.
Loops
Loops
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Grasp the fundamentals of Python loops, including for and while loops, for repetitive tasks.
5.
Python Comprehensions
Python Comprehensions
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Dig into Python comprehensions for creating lists, dictionaries, and sets efficiently.
6.
Exception Handling
Exception Handling
5 Lessons
5 Lessons
Investigate managing errors in Python using try/except, common exceptions, and finally/else statements.
7.
Working with Files
Working with Files
6 Lessons
6 Lessons
Master the steps to file handling in Python, including reading, writing, and error management.
8.
Importing
Importing
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Step through methods of importing Python modules to enhance your programming.
9.
Functions
Functions
6 Lessons
6 Lessons
Walk through creating and using Python functions, from arguments to scope and DRY principles.
10.
Classes
Classes
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Examine classes, self, subclasses, and creating instances for effective Python programming.
11.
Introspection
Introspection
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Enhance your skills in Python introspection, utilizing `dir`, `type`, and `help` functions effectively.
12.
The CSV Module
The CSV Module
3 Lessons
3 Lessons
Solve problems in reading and writing CSV files using Python’s csv module effectively.
13.
configparser
configparser
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
See how to manage application settings with Python's configparser module.
14.
Logging
Logging
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Practice using Python's logging module to create, configure, and format logs effectively.
15.
The os Module
The os Module
5 Lessons
5 Lessons
Learn how to use the os module to manage directories, files, and environment variables in Python.
16.
Sending emails
Sending emails
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Get started with sending emails in Python using smtplib and email modules.
17.
The SQLite Module
The SQLite Module
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Examine using SQLite within Python, covering database creation, updating, deleting records, and executing queries.
18.
The subprocess Module
The subprocess Module
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Apply your skills to manage processes using Python's subprocess module efficiently.
20.
The threading module
The threading module
2 Lessons
2 Lessons
Simplify complex topics like Python threading and creating responsive threaded downloaders.
21.
Working with Dates and Time
Working with Dates and Time
3 Lessons
3 Lessons
Master working with Python's datetime and time modules for comprehensive date and time handling.
22.
The xml module
The xml module
6 Lessons
6 Lessons
Learn how to use Python's xml module for parsing, creating, and editing XML files.
23.
The Python Debugger
The Python Debugger
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Get started with Python's pdb module to debug efficiently using breakpoints and stepping through code.
24.
Decorators
Decorators
5 Lessons
5 Lessons
Examine how Python decorators modify function behavior, add logging, and manage class attributes.
25.
The lambda
The lambda
2 Lessons
2 Lessons
Apply your skills to leveraging lambda functions for concise, efficient coding in Python projects.
26.
Code Profiling
Code Profiling
2 Lessons
2 Lessons
Take a closer look at identifying and optimizing performance bottlenecks using Python's cProfile.
27.
An Intro to Testing
An Intro to Testing
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Investigate testing Python code using doctest and unittest for robust and accurate programming.
28.
Installing Modules
Installing Modules
5 Lessons
5 Lessons
Master the steps to installing Python packages using source, easy_install, and pip efficiently.
29.
ConfigObj
ConfigObj
2 Lessons
2 Lessons
Learn how to use ConfigObj for managing and validating Python configuration files effectively.
30.
Parsing XML with lxml
Parsing XML with lxml
5 Lessons
5 Lessons
Grasp the fundamentals of utilizing lxml for XML parsing and creation in Python.
31.
Python Code Analysis
Python Code Analysis
3 Lessons
3 Lessons
Work your way through enhancing Python code quality using pylint and pyflakes analysis tools.
32.
The requests package
The requests package
2 Lessons
2 Lessons
Break down complex ideas about using the requests package for HTTP requests and web forms.
33.
SQLAlchemy
SQLAlchemy
6 Lessons
6 Lessons
Dive into SQLAlchemy, exploring database creation, data manipulation, and executing queries with Python.
34.
virtualenv
virtualenv
2 Lessons
2 Lessons
Simplify complex topics on setting up and managing Python virtual environments and dependencies.
35.
Creating Modules and Packages
Creating Modules and Packages
3 Lessons
3 Lessons
Master the steps to create and organize Python modules and packages effectively.
36.
How to Add Your Code to PyPI
How to Add Your Code to PyPI
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Learn how to use setuptools and distutils to upload Python packages to PyPI.
37.
The Python egg
The Python egg
2 Lessons
2 Lessons
Unpack the core of Python eggs for package distribution and management in Python.
38.
Python wheels
Python wheels
3 Lessons
3 Lessons
Examine the significance, creation, and installation of Python wheel files.
39.
py2exe
py2exe
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Grasp the fundamentals of creating Windows executables from Python applications using py2exe.
40.
bbfreeze
bbfreeze
3 Lessons
3 Lessons
Dig into creating cross-platform Python binaries with bbfreeze for efficient distribution.
41.
cx_Freeze
cx_Freeze
3 Lessons
3 Lessons
Follow the process of creating Python executables with cx_Freeze for cross-platform use.
42.
PyInstaller
PyInstaller
3 Lessons
3 Lessons
Master creating standalone executables with PyInstaller, handling configurations, and integrating wxPython.
43.
Creating an Installer
Creating an Installer
3 Lessons
3 Lessons
Try out creating installers with GUI2Exe and Inno Setup, enabling seamless distribution.
Certificate of Completion
Showcase your accomplishment by sharing your certificate of completion.
Complete more lessons to unlock your certificate
Course Author:
Developed by MAANG Engineers
Trusted by 2.9 million developers working at companies
"These are high-quality courses. Trust me the price is worth it for the content quality. Educative came at the right time in my career. I'm understanding topics better than with any book or online video tutorial I've done. Truly made for developers. Thanks"
Anthony Walker
@_webarchitect_
"Just finished my first full #ML course: Machine learning for Software Engineers from Educative, Inc. ... Highly recommend!"
Evan Dunbar
ML Engineer
"You guys are the gold standard of crash-courses... Narrow enough that it doesn't need years of study or a full blown book to get the gist, but broad enough that an afternoon of Googling doesn't cut it."
Software Developer
Carlos Matias La Borde
"I spend my days and nights on Educative. It is indispensable. It is such a unique and reader-friendly site"
Souvik Kundu
Front-end Developer
"Your courses are simply awesome, the depth they go into and the breadth of coverage is so good that I don't have to refer to 10 different websites looking for interview topics and content."
Vinay Krishnaiah
Software Developer
Hands-on Learning Powered by AI
See how Educative uses AI to make your learning more immersive than ever before.
AI Prompt
Code Feedback
Explain with AI
AI Code Mentor
Free Resources
