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Python 101: Kickoff
with
Hristina Hristova
Are you new to programming or curious about Python? This beginner-friendly course introduces you to the world of Python with a hands-on, step-by-step approach. No prior experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and learn how to code for beginners.
1,429 students already enrolled
Skill level:
Basic
Duration:
2 hours
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Lessons (1 hour)
-
Practice exams (30 minutes)
- Lessons (1 hour)
- Practice exams (30 minutes)
CPE credits:
2
CPE stands for Continuing Professional Education and represents the mandatory credits a wide range of
professionals must earn to maintain their licenses and stay current with regulations and best
practices. One CPE credit typically equals 50 minutes of learning. For more details, visit NASBA's
official website: www.nasbaregistry.org
CPE stands for Continuing Professional Education and represents the mandatory credits a wide range of
professionals must earn to maintain their licenses and stay current with regulations and best
practices. One CPE credit typically equals 50 minutes of learning. For more details, visit NASBA's
official website: www.nasbaregistry.org
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certificate
What you learn
- Understand and write basic Python code confidently.
- Use variables, numbers, strings, and logical operators.
- Read and debug simple Python errors effectively.
- Write clean, well‑documented code using comments.
- Build a strong foundation for advanced Python topics.
Topics & tools
Printing OutputHandling ErrorsCode CommentsBasic Data TypesOperatorsVariable AssignmentF-String InterpolationProgrammingPython
Your instructor
Head of Data Content at 365 Data Science | Theoretical Physicist | Educator in Physics, Mathematics, and Programming
Track record
Bringing real-world expertise from leading global companies
Academic background
Master's degree, Theoretical and Mathematical Physics
Course OVERVIEW
Description
CPE Credits: 2
Field of Study: Information Technology
Delivery Method: QAS Self Study
Delivery Method: QAS Self Study
Are you curious about coding? Want to build a solid foundation in Python—the most popular programming language in the world today? Whether you’re a beginner or looking to strengthen the basics, Python 101: Kickoff is the perfect place to start your programming journey and learn Python.
This hands-on course introduces you to Python’s core building blocks in a beginner-friendly and engaging way. Learn how to code for beginners as you write your first program, navigate common coding errors, work with numbers and text, and understand how variables and logic combine to make code work.
What’s included in the curriculum?
1. Foundations of Python Programming:
Start strong with an overview of Python’s popularity, real-world uses, and what you’ll learn in the course.
2. Print, Errors, and Comments:
Get your first taste of code by printing text, handling errors, and writing clean, well-documented code with comments.
3. Data Types and Operators:
Explore numeric data types (integers and floats) and arithmetic operations, and understand how operator precedence and associativity affect calculations.
4. Booleans and Logic:
Learn how to work with true/false values, comparison operators, and logical expressions—essential for controlling your code’s behavior.
5. Working with Strings:
Dive into text manipulation, escape characters, type casting, and string operations to bring dynamic output to your programs.
6. Variables and Assignments:
Utilize assignment operators to store data inside variables and change their values. Utilize string interpolation for more precise, readable code.
7. Final Thoughts:
Wrap up the course with guidance on where to go next in your learning journey—like our follow-up course, Python 102: Power-Up.
Kick off your coding journey today with Python 101—because every expert coder was once a beginner!
Prerequisites
- Jupyter Notebook or JupyterLab (available through anaconda.com or online platforms like Google Colab)
Advanced preparation
- None
Curriculum
29 lessons
15 exercises
2 exams
- 2. The Print Function. Errors and Comments15 min
Write your first lines of code using the print() function and see how easy it is to start coding in Python. Learn how to read and understand common error messages. Discover how comments help make your code readable and collaborative.
15 minWrite your first lines of code using the print() function and see how easy it is to start coding in Python. Learn how to read and understand common error messages. Discover how comments help make your code readable and collaborative.
Hello, World! FreeCoding exercise FreeEncountering Exceptions FreeExercise FreeCoding exercise FreeManaging Code Comments Free - 3. Numeric Types; Arithmetic Operators20 min
This section builds your foundation in working with numbers and expressions. Explore Python’s built-in numeric types, like integers and floats, and how they work in calculations. Learn to use arithmetic operators and understand how Python handles the order of operations.
20 minThis section builds your foundation in working with numbers and expressions. Explore Python’s built-in numeric types, like integers and floats, and how they work in calculations. Learn to use arithmetic operators and understand how Python handles the order of operations.
Built-in Data Types and Operators FreeIntegers and Floating-Point Numbers FreeExercise FreeArithmetic Operators FreeExercise FreeArithmetic Operators: Precedence FreeArithmetic Operators: Associativity FreeExercise FreeArithmetic Operators: Revisiting the Last Task Free - 4. Boolean Type; Comparison and Logical Operators11 min
Explore true/false values and use them to make decisions in your code. Learn how to compare values and combine conditions using logical operators. Mastering Boolean logic is key to writing dynamic, intelligent programs.
11 minExplore true/false values and use them to make decisions in your code. Learn how to compare values and combine conditions using logical operators. Mastering Boolean logic is key to writing dynamic, intelligent programs.
Booleans FreeComparison Operators: Precedence and Associativity FreeLogical Operators FreeExercise FreeLogical Operators: Precedence and Associativity FreeExercise FreeLogical Operators: Revisiting the Last Task Free - 5. Text Sequence Type; String Operations13 min
Work with text using Python strings—one of the most versatile data types. Learn how to manipulate strings, use escape characters, and convert between types. These skills are essential for handling user input and displaying information.
13 minWork with text using Python strings—one of the most versatile data types. Learn how to manipulate strings, use escape characters, and convert between types. These skills are essential for handling user input and displaying information.
Strings FreeEscape Characters FreeCoding exercise FreeString Operations FreeCoding exercise FreeType Casting Free - 6. Variables; Assignment Operators18 min
Understand how to store and update data using variables. Learn about assignment operators, variable naming rules, and Python’s behavior with references. You’ll also learn about string interpolation using powerful f-strings.
18 minUnderstand how to store and update data using variables. Learn about assignment operators, variable naming rules, and Python’s behavior with references. You’ll also learn about string interpolation using powerful f-strings.
Assigning a Value to a Variable FreeChanging a Variable's Value FreeVariables as References: Part 1 FreeVariables as References: Part 2 FreeAssignment Operators FreeCoding exercise FreeString Interpolation with F-Strings FreeRules for Variable Names FreePractice exam Free - 7. See You in Python 102: Power-Up2 min
Wrap up your learning with a look back at what you’ve accomplished. Get tips on where to go next, including the follow-up course that builds on your new Python skills. You’ve started strong—keep the momentum going!
2 minWrap up your learning with a look back at what you’ve accomplished. Get tips on where to go next, including the follow-up course that builds on your new Python skills. You’ve started strong—keep the momentum going!
Concluding Remarks Free - 8. Course exam30 min30 minCourse exam
Free lessons
1.1 Welcome to the Course!
2 min
1.2 Why Python?
4 min
1.3 What Does the Course Cover?
3 min
2.1 Hello, World!
3 min
2.3 Encountering Exceptions
6 min
2.6 Managing Code Comments
6 min
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