Language: English (US)

Python Fundamentals: A Beginner's Guide

https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-learning-python-fundamentals/

This micro learning course is designed for individuals who are new to Python programming. It provides a solid foundation in Python, covering essential concepts and techniques. Through concise lessons and practical exercises, participants will learn to write simple yet effective Python code.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the basics of Python programming.

2. Write and execute simple Python scripts.

3. Use Python’s fundamental data types and structures.

4. Implement basic control flow mechanisms.

5. Create and use functions in Python.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Absolute beginners to programming.

• Individuals transitioning to Python from other programming languages.

• Students and professionals looking to learn Python basics quickly.

Prerequisites

Participants should have:

• Basic computer literacy.

• No prior programming experience required.

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Python

• Lesson 1: Getting Started with Python

  • Installing Python.

  • Setting up a development environment.

• Lesson 2: Writing Your First Python Program

  • Understanding the Python interpreter.

  • Writing and running a simple script.

Module 2: Python Basics

• Lesson 1: Variables and Data Types

  • Understanding variables and data types.

  • Working with numbers, strings, and booleans.
    

• Lesson 2: Basic Input and Output

  • Using the input() function to gather user input.

  • Displaying output with the print() function.

Module 3: Control Flow

• Lesson 1: Conditional Statements

  • Using if, elif, and else statements.

  • Writing simple conditionals.
    

• Lesson 2: Loops

  • Understanding for and while loops.

  • Using loops to iterate over data structures.

Module 4: Data Structures

• Lesson 1: Lists and Tuples

  • Creating and manipulating lists and tuples.

  • Common operations on lists and tuples.
    

• Lesson 2: Dictionaries and Sets

  • Creating and using dictionaries and sets.

  • Understanding key-value pairs and set operations.

Module 5: Functions

• Lesson 1: Defining Functions

  • Creating simple functions.

  • Understanding function arguments and return values.
    

• Lesson 2: Using Built-in Functions

  • Exploring common built-in functions.

  • Applying built-in functions to solve problems.

Course Delivery

The course will be delivered through a combination of:

• Video lectures: Concise lessons with practical examples.

• Hands-on coding exercises: Simple tasks to reinforce learning.

• Quizzes: Assessments to test understanding.