Python is a very popular programming language. It is fairly easy to learn the basics, even if you don’t have any programming experience. This material is intended for self-study, and is designed to be self-contained. It is not intended to be a complete course in Python, but rather a quick introduction to the language and its features.

Upon request, training sessions can be arranged to cover the material.

Learning outcomes

When you complete this training you will

• know about Python’s basic syntax;
• be able to use Python’s built-in data types;
• be able to use many of Python’s built-in functions;
• be able to use Python’s control flow statements;
• be able to write your own functions;
• know about the Python standard library.

Schedule

Tailor-made upon request, budget for at least 16 hours.

Training materials

Slides are available in the GitHub repository, as well as example code and hands-on material.

Target audience

This training is for you if you need to use Python for simple programming tasks.

Prerequisites

This is a beginners’ training, so no prior programming experience is required.

Level

• Introductory: 70 %
• Intermediate: 30 %

Trainer(s)

• Geert Jan Bex (geertjan.bex@uhasselt.be)