University of Colorado Boulder
BiteSize Python for Absolute Beginners: Data Structures

New year. Big goals. Bigger savings. Unlock a year of unlimited access to learning with Coursera Plus for $199. Save now.

University of Colorado Boulder

BiteSize Python for Absolute Beginners: Data Structures

Di Wu

Instructor: Di Wu

Included with Coursera Plus

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
No prior experience required
12 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
No prior experience required
12 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different Python data structures and apply them to solve practical problems

  • Implement various operations on Python data structures, such as accessing, slicing, modifying, and using comprehensions

  • Understand the characteristics and uses of core Python data structures, including lists, tuples, sets, and dictionaries.

Details to know

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Recently updated!

December 2024

Assessments

4 assignments

Taught in English

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Placeholder

Build your subject-matter expertise

This course is part of the BiteSize Python for Absolute Beginners Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
  • Learn new concepts from industry experts
  • Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
  • Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
  • Earn a shareable career certificate
Placeholder
Placeholder

Earn a career certificate

Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV

Share it on social media and in your performance review

Placeholder

There are 5 modules in this course

This module introduces the list as a built-in data structure in Python. It covers the basics of what a list is, how to create lists, including heterogeneous lists (lists containing different data types), and how to access, slice, and manipulate them. Additionally, learners will explore list comprehension, a powerful Pythonic way to work efficiently with lists.

What's included

5 readings1 assignment10 ungraded labs

This module explores the tuple, a built-in data structure in Python. It covers what a tuple is, how to create one, and how to work with heterogeneous tuples (containing elements of different types). Learners will learn how to access elements by index and through iteration, slice tuples, and understand the concept of tuple comprehension for efficient data handling.

What's included

2 readings1 assignment6 ungraded labs

This module introduces the set, a built-in data structure in Python that stores unique, unordered elements. It covers what a set is, how to create one, and how to manage elements within a set. The module also explores set operations (such as union, intersection, and difference), common set methods, and set comprehension for efficient data manipulation.

What's included

2 readings1 assignment5 ungraded labs

This module focuses on the dictionary (dict), a built-in Python data structure that stores key-value pairs. It covers what a dictionary is, how to create one, and how to access its elements using keys. Learners will explore common dictionary methods to manipulate data, and the module concludes with an introduction to dictionary comprehension for efficient data creation and processing.

What's included

2 readings1 assignment4 ungraded labs

In this module, students will apply their knowledge of Python’s built-in data structures—list, tuple, set, and dictionary—by working on a real-life case study involving a grade book for students. They will use each of the data structures to store and manipulate the grade data, allowing them to practice and improve their understanding while comparing the advantages and limitations of each structure.

What's included

4 ungraded labs

Instructor

Di Wu
University of Colorado Boulder
18 Courses41,188 learners

Offered by

Recommended if you're interested in Data Analysis

Why people choose Coursera for their career

Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."

New to Data Analysis? Start here.

Placeholder

Open new doors with Coursera Plus

Unlimited access to 10,000+ world-class courses, hands-on projects, and job-ready certificate programs - all included in your subscription

Advance your career with an online degree

Earn a degree from world-class universities - 100% online

Join over 3,400 global companies that choose Coursera for Business

Upskill your employees to excel in the digital economy

Frequently asked questions