Duke University
Python Scripting

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Duke University

Python Scripting

Alfredo Deza

Instructor: Alfredo Deza

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Learn, practice, and apply job-ready skills with expert guidance
Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours
Learn at your own pace
Hands-on learning
Learn, practice, and apply job-ready skills with expert guidance
Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours
Learn at your own pace
Hands-on learning

What you'll learn

  • Apply command line arguments to filter outputs

  • Create a simple Python command line tool

  • Use no dependencies to put together a command line tool

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Taught in English
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Only available on desktop

Learn, practice, and apply job-ready skills in less than 2 hours

  • Receive training from industry experts
  • Gain hands-on experience solving real-world job tasks
  • Build confidence using the latest tools and technologies
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About this Guided Project

Learn step-by-step

In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:

  1. Create a simple Python CLI

Recommended experience

Some programming experience is recommended, and using a text editor to write code. Familiarity with the terminal is useful.

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Instructor

Alfredo Deza
Duke University
29 Courses121,348 learners

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Duke University

How you'll learn

  • Skill-based, hands-on learning

    Practice new skills by completing job-related tasks.

  • Expert guidance

    Follow along with pre-recorded videos from experts using a unique side-by-side interface.

  • No downloads or installation required

    Access the tools and resources you need in a pre-configured cloud workspace.

  • Available only on desktop

    This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.

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