Hello, Python!

About this course

In this course, you'll discover the main features and benefits of the Python programming language, and how Python can help power your data analysis. Python is an object-oriented programming language based on objects that contain data and useful code. You’ll become familiar with the core concepts of object-oriented programming: object, class, method, and attribute. You’ll learn about Jupyter Notebooks, an interactive environment for coding and data work. You’ll investigate how to use variables and data types to store and organize your data; and, you'll begin practicing important coding skills. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Explain Python fundamentals, including core Python syntax, data types (integer, float, string), and variable assignment - Define fundamental concepts like object, class, method, and attribute in object-oriented programming - Recognize the uses and benefits of Jupyter Notebook for data work and as a Python environment - Identify Python's relevance to data science and why it is an essential tool for data analysis - Perform basic mathematical calculations in Python - Use Python's inherent capabilities to explore data effectively with built-in functions and keywords - Gain knowledge of how to manage and utilize Python packages and interpreter options