Python is a popular, general-purpose, multi-paradigm, open-source scripting language used extensively in a variety of industries. This hands-on course is intended for newcomers to programming. The curriculum includes all the fundamental concepts and structures of Python and is designed to teach the most important software development techniques such as reading and writing to standard IO, using operators, controlling the flow of execution, using functions, built-in sequence types, and basic object-oriented programming concepts.

This is an introductory course and previous programming knowledge is helpful but not required. It is ideal for any technically curious individual looking to learn a high-in-demand, dynamic programming language. Students are advised to bring their own laptop, earbuds, and mouse

Program length: 8 weeks