Dive into the world of Python programming and Selenium WebDriver with our expertly designed course. Starting with a thorough introduction, you'll quickly move into setting up your Python environment. Detailed videos will guide you through installing Python on various operating systems and setting up your first project with PyCharm.
Foundations of Python and Selenium WebDriver
This course is part of Selenium WebDriver 4 with Python - Zero To Hero Specialization
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What you'll learn
Recall the steps to install and configure Python and Selenium WebDriver
Explain Python variables, data types, and control structures
Utilize advanced data types and reusable code in Python projects
Differentiate between various classes and objects and manipulate them effectively in Python
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There are 12 modules in this course
In this module, we will get acquainted with the course and the instructor, understand the significance of Selenium, delve into the architecture of Selenium WebDriver, and learn the best ways to communicate with the instructor for any queries or support.
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4 videos2 readings
In this module, we will walk through the process of installing and configuring Python on both Windows and Mac systems, create a Python project using PyCharm IDE, learn about package management with pip, and install iPython for a better Python development experience.
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7 videos
In this module, we will dive into Python's variables and data types, exploring the terminal, understanding objects and references, and working with numbers, booleans, and strings. We will also learn about string methods, slicing, indexing, and formatting.
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12 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on advanced data types such as lists, dictionaries, and tuples. We will learn how to access elements, use built-in methods, and understand the differences and applications of each data type.
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6 videos
In this module, we will explore comparison and Boolean operators in Python, learning how to apply them and understand their order of precedence to build more complex logical expressions.
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3 videos
In this module, we will cover the essential elements of control flow in Python, including conditional statements and various types of loops. We will also learn how to iterate over multiple lists and use the range function effectively within loops.
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6 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will dive into functions and methods, focusing on creating reusable code, handling return values, and understanding variable scope. We will also explore more built-in functions and complete practical exercises to reinforce our learning.
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6 videos
In this module, we will introduce object-oriented programming in Python, covering the creation of classes and objects, methods, inheritance, and method overriding. Practical exercises will help solidify these concepts.
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6 videos
In this module, we will learn how to manage exceptions in Python using try, except, finally, and else blocks. Practical exercises will help you understand and implement these concepts effectively.
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3 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore Python's built-in modules and learn how to create our own modules to organize and reuse code efficiently.
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2 videos
In this module, we will cover file operations in Python, including writing to and reading from files, and managing files using the "with" and "as" keywords for efficient file handling.
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3 videos
In this module, we will explore techniques for inspecting web elements across different browsers, use developer tools, and learn tricks for generating and customizing XPath selectors. We will also address challenges with inspecting disappearing elements.
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8 videos1 reading2 assignments
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