Expressway to Data Science: Python Programming
University of Colorado Boulder via Coursera Specialization
Overview
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How many times have you decided to learn a programming language but got stuck somewhere along the way, grew frustrated, and gave up? This specialization is designed for learners who have little or no programming experience but want to use Python as a tool to play with data.
In the first course, Introduction to Python Fundamentals, you will learn the basic input and output methods in Python, so you can write your first program. You will learn variables, operations, and flow control statements for more advanced programming. In the second course, Introduction to Python Functions, you will create and use functions to make your programs reusable and adaptive. You will also learn how to utilize basic packages. In the third course, Python Packages for Data Science, you will gain familiarity with the packages specifically used for data science, such as Pandas, Numpy, Matplotlib, and Seaborn.
In this specialization, you will learn that programming in Python is like building with LEGO: you simply follow instructions, choose the pieces that fit together, and create something fulfilling and unique. Instead of giving up in frustration, you will discover that learning Python can be easy and fun.
Syllabus
Course 1: Introduction to Python Fundamentals
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Course 2: Introduction to Python Functions
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Course 3: Python Packages for Data Science
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- Offered by University of Colorado Boulder. How many times have you decided to learn a programming language but got stuck somewhere along the ... Enroll for free.
Course 2: Introduction to Python Functions
- Offered by University of Colorado Boulder. How many times have you decided to learn a programming language but got stuck somewhere along the ... Enroll for free.
Course 3: Python Packages for Data Science
- Offered by University of Colorado Boulder. How many times have you decided to learn a programming language but got stuck somewhere along the ... Enroll for free.
Courses
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How many times have you decided to learn a programming language but got stuck somewhere along the way, grew frustrated, and gave up? This specialization is designed for learners who have little or no programming experience but want to use Python as a tool to play with data. The first course will introduce you to programming languages, with Python as an example. You are going to learn how to use variables and operators, as well as input/output and flow controls to build simple Python programs. The pace will be very slow, so you will feel comfortable learning Python as quickly or as slowly as you like. Are you ready? Let's go! Logo image courtesy of Mourizal Zativa. Available on Unsplash here: https://unsplash.com/photos/gNMVpAPe3PE
Taught by
Di Wu