2.1 Programming with Python
Learn one of the most in-demand programming languages the fun way.
Welcome to Python
Practice Welcome to Python
Numbers in Python
Practice Numbers in Python
Variables in Python
Practice Variables in Python
Conversion Challenge
Variable Reuse
Practice Variable Reuse
Loops
Practice Loops
Fibonacci Challenge
Conditionals
Practice Conditionals
Conditions in Loops
Practice Conditions in Loops
Collatz Challenge
Drawing in Python
Built-in Functions
The For Loop
String Functions
Substrings
The Replace Function
Custom Functions
The Range Function
Functions with Arguments
Course description
Python is one of the most widely used programming languages, and it is an excellent first language for new programmers. It can be used for everything from video games to data visualization to machine learning. Right from the start, this course will show you how to use Python to create intricate drawings, coded messages and beautiful data plots. And along the way, you'll learn core programming concepts such as variables, control flow, and simulation. This course is ideal for anyone looking to start their programming journey - no experience required!
Topics covered
- Codebreaking
- Conditional Statements
- Control Flow
- Data Visualization
- Functions
- Loops
- Maze Navigation
- Python Syntax
- Reading Code
- Strings
- Variables
- Writing Code
Prerequisites and next steps
You don't need any previous computer science or programming experience!
Prerequisites
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