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Learn Python for Beginners

Learn Python from scratch with hands-on lessons covering functions, loops, data structures, debugging, and problem solving.

What you'll learn in this Python course

Learn Python from scratch by writing code, not just watching videos. This course is built for complete beginners, so you don't need any prior programming experience. You'll practice Python's core concepts and apply them to real problems as you learn.

Chapter List

1
Introduction
Learn about the Python programming language and why it's so ubiquitous
2
Variables
Learn how variables are declared and used in Python
3
Functions
Learn how to declare and call functions
4
Scope
Learn how Python scopes variables in different contexts
5
Testing and Debugging
Learn how unit tests and good debugging practices will help you write better code
6
Computing
Learn the basics of how computers work internally
7
Comparisons
Learn how to compare different values and make logical decisions in a program
8
Loops
Master the art of reusing code
9
Lists
Learn the most basic and powerful data structure in all of coding
10
Dictionaries
Learn about Python's built-in support for complex structures
11
Sets
Master another basic data structure of the Python language
12
Errors
Learn how to deal with unexpected data and inputs in a Python program
13
Type Hints
Learn how to use type hints to make Python code easier to read and debug
14
Practice
Put your skills to work by squashing extra challenging practice problems
15
Quiz
Quiz yourself on some of the important-to-know facts about the Python language

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I had no coding experience whatsoever coming in and I managed to finish with little trouble. Theming the assignments around an RPG was a great way to parse concepts that might otherwise leave one wondering what they’d ever use those for. Some of the assignments are phrased in less than intuitive ways, and there was one instance where the assignment asked for application of a concept that I didn’t feel had come up before, but feed Boots a baked salmon and you’re right back on track.

(4/5)
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Martijn Pronk

Netherlands

This course is genuinely addictive. I usually get lazy or sleepy watching YouTube tutorials or reading courses, but the XP, leveling system, achievements, and completing lessons kept me motivated. The storytelling was great too, and I learned a lot while actually enjoying the process. It made learning feel like a game, and that really worked for me.

(5/5)
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Najib Hossain Nahin

Bangladesh

Slowly teaches you the basic concepts in a fun way and learning it with boots really makes you understand everything better

(5/5)
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Aahan Manjunath

India

Concepts are clearly explained and easy to understand. The coding exercises help you practice what you have learnt in theory. I was afraid that I would do a lot of syntax memorising and not enough transferable learning, but that wasn't the case. So I would definitely recommend that, before you decide coding is not compatible with your brain give it a go you might be surprised.

(5/5)
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Dorothy Pihaj

United Kingdom

Wow! this was an amazing course. I don't know what it is, but the lessons and tests were just the right level of effort and reward to keep me not only motivated but progressing!

(5/5)
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Wes Holton

United States

hard

(5/5)
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Nurmuhammad

South Korea

This is a really fun way of learning python!

(5/5)
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Víctor Cuenca

Spain

# Course Review This course is a great choice for anyone who wants to learn Python from the basics in a practical and engaging way. The lessons are easy to follow, and the hands-on coding exercises make it much easier to understand concepts by actually using them. I especially liked the step-by-step approach and the real-world style of the challenges. It can be challenging at times, but that pushes you to think and solve problems instead of simply memorizing syntax. Overall, I would recommend t

(5/5)
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Abu Talha

Pakistan

It is by far the best type of course I have done. It follows an incremental approach which ramps up the difficulty over time so I never felt like I was out of my depth. Highly recommend this course.

(5/5)
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Nishanth Mahendra Prasad

India

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Frequently asked Questions

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Yes. This course assumes no programming experience. It starts with variables and functions, then builds up to loops, data structures, testing, debugging, and error handling through hands-on coding exercises.