A basic introduction to Python

Tutorial

Who is the course for?

This course is primarily aimed at learners who require a practical introduction to Python. It assumes no previous experience using Python.

Learning Objectives

• Familiarize yourself with Python and an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) such as Jupyter Lab or VS Code, which we’ll use to interact with Python.
• Understand the basics of working with Python, including how to write and execute code.
• Use three different ways to work with Python: Python Shell, Python Scripts, and Jupyter Lab.
• Learn about Python’s basic data types and structures.
• Install and import required libraries.
• Find resources for help when coding in Python.

Prerequisites

• No prior knowledge of Python is assumed.
• Install Python and GitHub Desktop.

Course Topics

Python and IDE Essentials

Section 1: Introduction to Python and IDEs

• Introduction to Python
• Installing Python
• Setting up an Integrated Development Environment (IDE)
• Overview of Jupyter Lab, VS Code, Google Colab, and Anaconda

Section 2: Working with Jupyter Lab

• Understanding the basic syntax
• Writing and executing code in Python
• Setting up and organizing a Python project