Maxtrain.com - info@maxtrain.com - 513-322-8888 - 866-595-6863
Introduction to Python Programming
Description
Introduction to Python Programming Course
Welcome to our comprehensive “Introduction to Python Programming” course, designed to guide you through the essential concepts and skills needed to become a proficient Python programmer. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a developer familiar with other programming languages, this course is structured to build a solid foundation in Python.
The journey begins with writing and running basic Python scripts, before diving into advanced topics like file manipulation, regular expressions, binary data handling, and module integration. Our approach ensures a smooth transition from simple tasks to more complex programming challenges, enabling you to quickly translate your newfound Python knowledge into practical, real-world applications.
If you’re looking to automate repetitive tasks, streamline data processing, or lay the groundwork for web development projects, this course will equip you with the skills and confidence needed to harness Python’s power effectively.
Introduction to Python Programming Course Objectives
The course’s skills-focused approach combines expert lectures, real-world demonstrations, group discussions, and hands-on labs to ensure you’re well-prepared to:
- Write effective Python scripts following best practices
- Utilize Python data types appropriately
- Read and write both text and binary data
- Perform text search and manipulation using regular expressions
- Harness the power of Python’s standard library and its modules
- Develop real-world Python applications
- Understand when and how to use collections such as lists, dictionaries, and sets
- Leverage Pythonic features like comprehensions and iterators
- Write robust code with proper exception handling
Prerequisites
To make the most of this course, you should have:
- Basic familiarity with any programming or scripting language (helpful, but not required)
- A working knowledge of Unix/Linux, Mac, or Windows operating systems
- Enthusiasm to learn Python programming
Audience
This course is suitable for a wide range of individuals, including:
- Beginners who want to learn Python from scratch
- System administrators and web administrators seeking to automate tasks with Python scripts
- Anyone interested in entering the world of web development, data science, DevOps, or networking support using Python
Introduction to Python Programming Outline
Python Quick View
- What is Python?
- Python’s timeline
- Advantages and disadvantages
- Installing Python
- Getting help
The Python Environment
- Starting Python
- Using the interpreter
- Running Python scripts
- Exploring editors and IDEs
Getting Started with Python
- Working with variables
- Understanding built-in functions
- Handling string and numeric data
- Converting data types
- Console input/output
- Command line parameters
Flow Control
- Introduction to flow control
- The power of conditional statements (if)
- Working with relational and Boolean operators
- Looping with while loops
- Gracefully exiting loops
Array Types
- Introduction to array types
- Lists and their methods
- Understanding tuples
- Indexing and slicing sequences
- Iterating through sequences
- Sequence functions, keywords, and operators
- Mastering list comprehensions and generators
Working with Files
- Overview of file operations
- Opening and reading text files
- Writing data to text files
- Diving into dictionaries and sets
Functions
- Defining functions and their purpose
- Returning values from functions
- Exploring parameters and arguments
- Navigating variable scope
- Sorting data with Python
- Handling errors and exceptions
Modules and Packages
- Creating your modules
- Importing modules with the import statement
- Understanding module search paths
- Organizing code with packages
- Creating aliases for functions and modules
Getting Started with Object-Oriented Programming and Classes
- Introduction to object-oriented programming (OOP)
- Defining classes and constructors
- Understanding self and properties
- Exploring instance methods and data
- Dive into class methods and data
- Embracing Inheritance in Python
$1895.00
|
3 Days Course |