Description: This course lays the groundwork for your Python programming journey. You'll learn essential Python syntax, data structures, and control flow, while practicing debugging and basic code optimization techniques.

Python Programming Fundamentals

Python Programming Fundamentals
This course is part of Microsoft Python Development Professional Certificate

Instructor: Microsoft
Access provided by MIT Academy of Engineering
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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3 weeks at 10 hours a week
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Taught in English
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This course is part of the Microsoft Python Development Professional Certificate
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DS
Reviewed on May 5, 2025
Course assumes Learner already knew about python and taught based on that but mentined for beginner level.
VR
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025
I am glad I took this course. It helped me get a good foundation for the next phase
AA
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026
The course was a great introduction to the world of Python. I was able to understand Python concepts and start writing my own code to solve real-life problems. It was also my first Python course.





