by Brian Overland | Released October 2018 | ISBN: 0135301629

4+ Hours of Video InstructionLearn the fundamentals of Python programming and prepare for the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) exam 98-381: Introduction to Programming Using Python.Overview In MTA 98-381: Introduction to Programming Using Python LiveLessons, you learn the fundamentals of writing syntactically correct Python code to solve real-world programming problems. You also gain hands-on experience to prepare for Microsoft MTA exam 98-383. Drawing on his experience as a Python programmer and trainer, Brian Overland guides you from the absolute basics of Python programming all the way to troubleshooting, error handling, and beyond. One step at a time, you learn how to perform Python assignments, decipher Boolean and numeric data types, construct Python strings, perform indexing and slicing string operations, perform input and output operations, manage flow with decisions and loops, write to a text file, handle exceptions, and import and use Python packages. Throughout, Brian covers the MTA exam 98-381 objective domains logically and provides opportunities to review and practice fundamental concepts and techniques. Topics are organized into bite-sized, self-contained lessons, so you can learn key Python skills quickly and easily. This video course, along with additional study, can help you achieve the hours of instruction and hands-on experience recommended to take the exam and demonstrate your mastery of fundamental Python concepts. Skill Level Beginner Learn How To Perform Python assignmentsDecipher Boolean and numeric data typesConstruct Python stringsPerform indexing and slicing string operationsPerform input and output operationsManage flow with decisions and loopsWrite to a text fileHandle exceptionsImport and use Python packagesPrepare for the Microsoft MTA exam 98-383: Introduction to Programming Using HTML and CSS Who Should Take This Course Aspiring programmers who want to learn programming fundamentals using PythonProgrammers experienced in other languages who need to quickly get up-to-speed on Python fundamentalsCandidates taking Microsoft exam MTA 98-381: Introduction to Programming Using Python Course Requirements Basic experience using text editors and managing files; no Python experience necessary About Pearson Video Training Pearson publishes expert-led video tutorials covering a wide selection of technology topics designed to teach you the skills you need to succeed. These professional and personal technology videos feature world-leading author instructors published by your trusted technology brands: Addison-Wesley, Cisco Press, Pearson IT Certification, Prentice Hall, Sams, and Que Topics include: IT Certification, Network Security, Cisco Technology, Programming, Web Development, Mobile Development, and more. Learn more about Pearson Video training at http://www.informit.com/video. Show and hide more

1. Introduction
   • MTA 98-381: Introduction 00:01:56
2. Lesson 1: Python Assignments and Numbers
   • Learning objectives 00:00:53
   • 1.1 Perform Python assignments 00:17:15
   • 1.2 Understand numeric and Boolean data types 00:15:16
3. Lesson 2: Document and Structure Code: Strings and Functions
   • Learning objectives 00:01:42
   • 2.1 Construct Python strings 00:12:22
   • 2.2 Perform indexing and slicing string operations 00:14:42
   • 2.3 Define and call Functions 00:18:45
4. Lesson 3: Perform Input and Output Operations
   • Learning objectives 00:00:54
   • 3.1 Perform conversion, input, and output 00:11:31
   • 3.2 Build and manage lists 00:18:53
5. Lesson 4: Control Structures
   • Learning objectives 00:01:00
   • 4.1 Manage flow with decisions 00:13:34
   • 4.2 Manage flow with loops 00:19:14
6. Lesson 5: File Input/Output (I/O)
   • Learning objectives 00:00:35
   • 5.1 Open and write to a text file 00:09:45
   • 5.2 Read a file 00:13:09
7. Lesson 6: Troubleshooting and Error Handling
   • Learning objectives 00:01:04
   • 6.1 Understand errors and the runtime environment 00:28:57
   • 6.2 Handle exceptions 00:09:57
8. Lesson 7: Python Packages: Modules and Tools
   • Learning objectives 00:00:42
   • 7.1 Import Python packages 00:02:43
   • 7.2 Use Python packages 00:28:11
9. Summary
   • MTA 98-381: Summary 00:00:52
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