Why learn Python?
Python is one of the most popular programming languages in world right now. It has a very interesting mix of simplicity and versatility.
Simplicity - Its easy to learn and use
Versatility - It can be used for creating a variety of applications
Here are a few reasons why you should learn Python.
- Simple programming syntax - This means Python is easy to learn and easy to use.
- Versatile and popular - It can solve a variety of problems - you can build web applications, backend logic, datascience, machine learning, etc. This also means it can be a great foundation for a career!
- Extensive community support - You are not alone when you code in Python. There are a long list of forums, open source libraries, frameworks, and tools that make your job easier. You don't have to figure everything out yourself.
- Extensive support for Data Science and Machine Learning - DS and ML are probably the two hottest domains right now and Python has a slew of libraries that ensure you don't have to do the heavy lifting.
What does all this mean? It means, unlike some of the other languages, you can start experimenting and doing projects immediately. You don't have to spend months just learning syntax and understanding how to code. You can start coding within the first few days and you can work on your first project within the first few weeks.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for you if -
- You are an absolute beginner. Whether you have never coded before or you have coded a little but not in Python.
- You are a proficient coder but you don't know Python. This course will get you started quickly.
- You know Python but you are rusty. This course will help you dust off and get going again.
What will you learn?
This is a starter course in Python. You will learn the bare basics of Python in this course. This course will not make you an expert at Python but you will learn enough to start coding and doing projects in Python. Think of this as a foundational course that will allow you to do more interesting and exciting things once you finish it successfully.
Other courses you might like
You should explore our foundational courses in Data Science and Machine Learning after you finish with the Python Basics course.