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    Explore the Python for Beginners Course Catalog

    • U

      Università Bocconi

      Financing and Investing in Infrastructure

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Credit Risk, Risk Management, Investments, Loans, Contract Management, Banking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Microeconomics: The Power of Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Resource Allocation, Policy Analysis, Tax, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of California San Diego

      Object Oriented Programming in Java

      Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), Computer Programming, Algorithms, Software Engineering, Data Structures, Software Documentation, Debugging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Y

      Yale University

      Understanding Medical Research: Your Facebook Friend is Wrong

      Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Research Design, Medical Science and Research, Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, Scientific Methods, Clinical Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Model Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Diversity and Inclusion, Game Theory, Innovation, Behavioral Economics, Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Social Studies, Decision Making, Network Analysis, Trend Analysis, Economics, Probability, Human Learning, Market Dynamics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google Cloud

      Developing APIs with Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform

      Skills you'll gain: OAuth, API Design, Restful API, API Gateway, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud API, Continuous Deployment, CI/CD, Application Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Application Lifecycle Management, Security Controls, Proxy Servers, Continuous Integration, Application Security, Software Design Documents, Middleware, Software Documentation, Network Security, Application Performance Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Databases for Data Scientists

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Design, Database Management Systems, NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Administration, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Query Languages, Database Theory, Data Modeling, Data Analysis, MongoDB, Big Data, Data Architecture, Data Access, Data Integrity, Data Manipulation

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Tricky American English Pronunciation

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google Cloud

      Creating Business Value with Data and Looker

      Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Dashboard, Data Governance, Digital Transformation, Real Time Data, Google Cloud Platform, Data Modeling, Data Management, Data Warehousing, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Sharing, Big Data, Cloud Storage, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Presentation, Data Processing, Database Design, Performance Tuning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Generative AI Engineering with LLMs

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI Agents, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Text Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Processing, Performance Tuning, Machine Learning Methods, Reinforcement Learning, Feature Engineering, User Feedback

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      445 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Improving Communication Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Trustworthiness, Rapport Building, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Cooperation, Negotiation, Honesty

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Interactive Brokers

      Practical Guide to Trading

      Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Equities, Futures Exchange, Risk Analysis, Financial Trading, International Finance, Investments, Securities Trading, Financial Market, Risk Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Market Analysis, Analysis, Capital Markets, Tax, Balance Sheet, Financial Regulations, Market Data, Technical Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      757 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Financing and Investing in Infrastructure: Università Bocconi
    • Microeconomics: The Power of Markets: University of Pennsylvania
    • Object Oriented Programming in Java: University of California San Diego
    • Understanding Medical Research: Your Facebook Friend is Wrong: Yale University
    • Model Thinking: University of Michigan
    • Developing APIs with Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform: Google Cloud
    • Databases for Data Scientists: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Tricky American English Pronunciation: University of California, Irvine
    • Creating Business Value with Data and Looker: Google Cloud
    • Generative AI Engineering with LLMs: IBM

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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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