Introduction to Programming in Python (Part A)

This is an introduction to programming course using the Python programming language, a forgiving and productive language that nevertheless has a great deal of breadth and power. The course is appropriate for new coders and covers installation of Python, data types, list types, utilizing Python modules, and control structures.

Instructors

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  Jeffrey McManus
  Jeffrey McManus has been a Web developer in Silicon Valley for fifteen years. He teaches Web Design and Management for the University of Victoria and is the CEO of Platform Associates. He's written six books on software development and frequently speaks at developer conferences. He likes popsicles.
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  Zed Shaw
  Zed Shaw is the author of Learn Python The Hard Way and creator of many open source projects. He has been working as a professional software developer for 16 years.

Course Outline

Prerequisites

• Basic PC skills and access to a computer (Macintosh, Windows or Linux).
• This course is appropriate for students with or without prior programming experience.

Duration and Format

4 weeks. Taught online. Instructor-led.

CodeLesson courses are available to students 24 hours a day while the course is in session. That means you can participate in the course even if you have a busy daytime schedule or if you're located in a different time zone.

Courses are comprised of online and offline readings, weekly quizzes, online discussion topics, and hands-on coding exercises that are evaluated by the instructor. You can post questions about the coursework at any time and the instructor will provide guidance. You're never stuck on your own.

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