Python has risen to popularity as one of the most versatile and beginner-friendly programming languages. Its simplicity, readability, and extensive libraries make it a powerful language for a wide variety of different domains. It’s widely used in web development, data analysis, scientific computing, artificial intelligence, and automation. Python’s versatility and large community support make it an excellent language to kickstart your programming journey. This course offers a hands-on approach to building your Python skills through a series of practical projects from scratch. Hone your expertise in areas such as data analysis, machine learning, web scraping, and more.
Skill Up with Python: Web Development Recipes
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Intermediate level
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4 hours to complete
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What you'll learn
Perform Sentiment Analysis on real-world text
Work with Image Recognition Tools
Scrape Basic Data from Websites
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September 2025
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5 assignments
Taught in English
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There is 1 module in this course
This module guides learners through building practical web applications with Python and Flask. Starting with the fundamentals of REST APIs, students progress to creating a contact book, a URL shortener, and a weather forecast app that integrates external APIs. The module culminates in developing a full-stack application, introducing templating and front-end integration. Each lesson builds on the previous, providing hands-on experience in both backend and full-stack development.
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