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Cisco Networking Academy

PCAP: Programming Essentials in Python

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Overview

Learn programming from scratch and master Python.

Learn Python, the versatile programming language

How great would it be to write your own computer program? Python is a multi-paradigm programming language used by startups and tech giants like Google, Facebook, Netflix, and more. With intuitive, readable syntax, Python is a great first programming language to learn.

Programming skills open you up to careers in almost any industry and are required if you want to continue to more advanced and higher paying software development and engineering roles.

This course is a great place to start learning Python – no prior programming knowledge required. Completing the course earns you a Statement of Achievement. It is split into two parts preparing you for two certifications:

  • Part 1 (PE1: 35 hours) prepares you for PCEP – Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer Certification.
  • Part 2 (PE2: 40 hours) prepares you for PCAP – Certified Associate in Python Programming Certification.

Syllabus

You'll learn these core skills:

  • Think algorithmically – how to analyze a problem and translate it for a computer to process.
  • Design, develop, and improve multi-module computer programs.
  • Analyze and model real-life problems in Object-Oriented Programming categories.
  • Understand a programmer's work in the software development process.
  • Learn how a program is executed in a computer environment.
  • Gain skills to create and develop your own programming portfolio.

Reviews

4.7 rating, based on 3 Class Central reviews

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    Xeyyam Seferov @JUNIORDEVELOPER
    that is a great experience for beginners. This course completely help to increase my beginner level knowledge
  • Profile image for Jacques Mahoudeaux
    Jacques Mahoudeaux @BlackCat
    Great course, content very relevant. The integrated programming environement is very useful to practice as you learn. The user interface could be improved (Linux essential GUI make course easier to follow).
  • Maurizio Delle Fratte
    Great course with free badge. My skill comes from versione 2 and this Is very interesting to see differences , I definitely recommend it !!
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