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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Planning for Young Adults

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Planning, Investments, Budgeting, Risk Management, Goal Setting, Loans, Finance, Insurance, Credit Risk

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI for Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Writing, Generative AI, Leadership, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Proposal Writing, Communication, Human Resource Strategy, Business Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Internal Communications, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      459 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Meta Android Developer

      Skills you'll gain: React Native, Android Studio, Restful API, Version Control, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Unix Commands, Android Jetpack, Android Development, Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, Kotlin, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8.6K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Research Design, Health Policy, Biostatistics, Science and Research, Health Care, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.9K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      G

      Google

      Analyze Data to Answer Questions

      Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data Manipulation, Excel Formulas, Data Compilation, Pivot Tables And Charts, SQL, Data Integration, Data Transformation, User Feedback

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
      G

      Google

      Assess for Success: Marketing Analytics and Measurement

      Skills you'll gain: Media Planning, A/B Testing, Marketing Budgets, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Performance Measurement, Data Visualization, Google Analytics, Google Ads, Return On Investment, Spreadsheet Software, Data Presentation, Web Analytics, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Pivot Tables And Charts, Stakeholder Communications, Data Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Meta

      Meta iOS Developer

      Skills you'll gain: React Native, iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Restful API, Version Control, Apple iOS, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Apple Xcode, Data Structures, Swift Programming, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), User Interface (UI), Unix Commands, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Mobile Development

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8.1K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Compose and Program Music in Python using Earsketch

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Computer Programming, Program Development, Programming Principles, Python Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      456 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      IBM

      Introduction to HTML, CSS, & JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Front-End Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Responsive Web Design, Javascript, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Scripting, Browser Compatibility, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      503 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Davis

      Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Target Audience, Client Services, Content Marketing, Peer Review, Social Media Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Google Analytics, Presentations, Marketing, Forecasting, Digital Marketing, Expectation Management, Content Strategy, User Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      U

      University of California, Irvine

      An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT)

      Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Systems, Linux, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Functional Requirement, Debugging, General Networking, Hardware Design, Systems Design, Operating Systems, Requirements Analysis, Electronic Hardware, System Design and Implementation, C (Programming Language), Basic Electrical Systems, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Wireless Networks, Integrated Development Environments

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      20K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google

      IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts

      Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Network Security, Computer Security, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Encryption, Data Security, Cryptography, Security Strategy, Information Technology, Security Management, Authorization (Computing), Threat Management, Firewall, Network Administration, Identity and Access Management, Threat Detection, Hardening

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular python for beginners courses

    • Financial Planning for Young Adults: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Generative AI for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
    • Meta Android Developer: Meta
    • Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Analyze Data to Answer Questions: Google
    • Assess for Success: Marketing Analytics and Measurement: Google
    • Meta iOS Developer: Meta
    • Compose and Program Music in Python using Earsketch: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to HTML, CSS, & JavaScript: IBM
    • Search Engine Optimization (SEO): University of California, Davis

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Python For Beginners

    Python courses for beginners cover a variety of foundational topics essential for learning to program with Python. These include the basics of Python syntax, variables, and data types. Learners will explore topics such as control structures (if statements, loops), functions, and basic data structures like lists, dictionaries, and tuples. Courses often include an introduction to modules and libraries, error handling, and basic file I/O operations. Practical exercises and projects help learners apply these concepts to real-world scenarios, enhancing their ability to write simple Python programs.‎

    Choosing the right Python course for beginners depends on your learning preferences and goals. Look for courses that cover the basics of Python programming in a clear and structured manner. Consider courses that provide practical exercises, quizzes, and projects to reinforce learning. Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your learning style and goals. Many courses also offer interactive content and hands-on projects to help solidify your understanding of Python.‎

    Completing a Python course for beginners can open up various career opportunities and serve as a stepping stone to more advanced programming roles. Common entry-level roles include junior developer, data analyst, and QA tester. These positions involve writing and debugging Python code, analyzing data sets, and developing simple applications. With further learning and experience, you can advance to roles such as software developer, data scientist, or machine learning engineer. Mastering Python as a beginner can significantly enhance your career prospects in fields such as technology, finance, healthcare, and education.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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