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Beginner Python Courses

Beginner Python courses can help you learn programming fundamentals, data types, control structures, and functions. You can build skills in writing clean code, debugging, and using libraries for data manipulation and visualization. Many courses introduce tools like Jupyter Notebook for interactive coding, Git for version control, and libraries such as Pandas and Matplotlib for data analysis and visualization.


Popular Beginner Python Courses and Certifications


  • S

    Snowflake

    Introduction to Generative AI with Snowflake

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Model Deployment, Unstructured Data, Application Development, Transfer Learning, Natural Language Processing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    47 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Sungkyunkwan University

    Machine Learning Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning, Python Programming, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Logistic Regression, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    92 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    AI & ML Applications in Oil and Gas Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Big Data, Data Management, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Process Engineering, Geostatistics, Anomaly Detection, Image Analysis, Production Process, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Physical Science, Natural Resource Management, Exploratory Data Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Advanced RAG with Vector Databases and Retrievers

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, LLM Application, User Interface (UI), Embeddings, UI Components, Semantic Web, Performance Tuning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    56 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Software Development with ChatGPT: Generating Code with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Generative AI, Debugging, ChatGPT, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Python Programming, Prompt Engineering, Software Development, Application Development

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    Google

    Functions and Conditional Statements

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Computational Logic, Computer Programming

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Machine Learning for Supply Chains

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Wrangling, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Operations Research, NumPy, Data Manipulation, Feature Engineering, Supervised Learning, Inventory Management System, Supply Chain, Applied Machine Learning, Trend Analysis, Data Visualization, Customer Demand Planning, Machine Learning, Data Science, Data Analysis

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    86 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    Atlassian

    Introduction to Jira

    Skills you'll gain: Issue Tracking, Collaborative Software, Workflow Management, Project Management Software, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Prioritization

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Python Programming, Data Transformation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Build an expense tracker app in Django

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, Expense Management, Application Development, Database Application, Data Visualization, Business Process Automation, Chart.js, Python Programming, Data Modeling, Data Security, GitHub, Javascript, Git (Version Control System)

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Understanding and Applying Text Embeddings

    Skills you'll gain: Embeddings, LLM Application, Anomaly Detection, Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Natural Language Processing, Vector Databases, Semantic Web, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    67 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Building with Code: Programming Fundamentals and Open Source

    Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Web Development, Linux, Shell Script, Database Design, Ubuntu, Relational Databases, Web Development Tools, Unix Shell, Test Driven Development (TDD), Python Programming, Linux Administration, Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Operating System Administration, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming, Javascript, Database Management

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    66 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner python courses

  • Introduction to Generative AI with Snowflake: Snowflake
  • Machine Learning Basics: Sungkyunkwan University
  • AI & ML Applications in Oil and Gas Industry: L&T EduTech
  • Advanced RAG with Vector Databases and Retrievers: IBM
  • Software Development with ChatGPT: Generating Code with AI: Coursera
  • Functions and Conditional Statements: Google
  • Machine Learning for Supply Chains: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Jira: Atlassian
  • Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 3: Coursera
  • Build an expense tracker app in Django: Coursera

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