UNC-CH: Try It: Intro to Python

UNC-CH: Try It: Intro to Python

by The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Course Description

Learn the basics of Python, one of the most popular and flexible programming languages, in this introductory course designed for beginners. No previous programming experience is required to start. This course forms a foundation in Python that you can use for analysis, web development, and more.

What Students Will Learn

  • The basics of Python and its applications.
  • How to code functions and create variables.
  • Ways to build conditional logic for automation and decision-making.
  • Advanced decision-making with nested if/else statements.
  • Interaction of Python with a console.
  • Writing simple programs using conditional statements.

Pre-requisites or Skills Necessary

None. This course is designed for absolute beginners.

Course Content

  • Introduction to Python and its ecosystem.
  • Basics of programming in Python: variables and data types.
  • Conditional statements and loops.
  • Functions and modules.
  • Basic script writing and automation.
  • Error handling and debugging.

Who This Course is For

This course is ideal for individuals looking to start a career in technology, data analysis, or programming without any previous experience. It is also suitable for professionals from other fields looking to gain a practical understanding of Python for enhancing their skill set.

Real-World Application

Skills acquired from this course can be directly applied in various industries such as finance, healthcare, marketing, IT, and retail to automate processes, analyze data, develop software applications, and much more.

Syllabus

  • Week 1: Introduction to Python
  • Week 2: Variables and Data Types
  • Week 3: Conditional Statements
  • Week 4: Loops and Functions
  • Week 5: Script Writing and Automation
  • Week 6: Error Handling and Debugging
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