This course will be useful to anyone new to Python programming. You will learn how to set up a Python development environment and develop a simple application.
PCEP: Python Setup
PCEP: Python Setup
This course is part of Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer (PCEP) Specialization
Instructor: Bill Rosenthal
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
In this course, you will set up Python and develop a simple application.
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Assessments
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Taught in English
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This course is part of the Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer (PCEP) Specialization
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There are 2 modules in this course
Before you start developing programming projects in Python®, you must set up a computer with the tools you need. Once you have done so, you can create a new programming project, and start writing and testing your code.
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You'll wrap things up and then validate what you've learned in this course by taking an assessment.
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