Python Programming Language

Python Programming Course Overview

Our Python Programming course at Philip Code Academy is designed to take you from zero coding experience to writing your own functional programs with confidence. This beginner-friendly yet comprehensive program focuses on building a solid foundation while introducing you to real-world applications of Python.

What You’ll Learn

• Introduction to Python – Understanding Python’s role in today’s tech landscape, installation, and environment setup.

• Python Syntax & Structure – Writing your first Python code, indentation rules, and script execution.

• Data Types & Variables – Working with numbers, strings, booleans, and variables.

• Operators & Expressions – Performing mathematical, comparison, and logical operations.

• Control Flow – Using if, else, and elif statements for decision-making.

• Loops – Mastering for and while loops to handle repetitive tasks.

• Functions – Creating reusable code blocks with parameters and return values.

• Data Structures – Lists, tuples, sets, and dictionaries, including basic operations and manipulations.

• String Manipulation – Handling and formatting strings effectively.

• File Handling – Reading from and writing to text files.

• Error Handling – Managing exceptions and debugging your code.

• Basic Modules & Libraries – Introduction to Python’s built-in modules for extended functionality.

• Mini Projects – Applying your knowledge to practical, real-world problems.

Key Takeaways

• Ability to write clean, efficient, and readable Python code.

• Understanding of Python’s core concepts to build a strong programming foundation.

• Readiness to advance into data analysis, automation, or software development.