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About the Course

This course aims to teach everyone the basics of programming computers using Python. We cover the basics of how one constructs a program from a series of simple instructions in Python. The course has no pre-requisites and avoids all but the simplest mathematics. Anyone with moderate computer experience should be able to master the materials in this course. This course will cover Chapters 1-5 of the textbook “Python for Everybody”. Once a student completes this course, they will be ready to take more advanced programming courses. This course covers Python 3....
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Introductory course

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Top reviews

BU

Feb 13, 2017

Great teacher Chuck and obviously a great course for people just starting out with programming. Well paced. The suggested timings for the assignments were a bit off, I think, but well, that's just me.

AB

Aug 23, 2020

Great introduction to Python and programming as a whole. Everything is broken down making it easy to understand. Had zero programming experience before and this class made it easy and fun to get into.

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By baokuman

Oct 7, 2017

very great at teaching the python, it can let the fresh man really interested in python. And the professor is also very humor and intelligent.

By Gautam P

Sep 8, 2017

Basic We need for Python is all in this course and moreover the material is sufficient to make a start and good understanding of python.

Thanks

By Tristan k

Jul 25, 2017

A good way to decide if you want to actually learn long term. I recommend having a python compiler on at all times when watching the lectures.

By Deleted A

Jul 1, 2017

Professor Charles Severance is the BEST. He teaches the course with humor, passion, and clarity that makes programming seems easy. I LOVE IT.

By Doug S

Jan 29, 2017

Really great instruction...this is the course if you are new to programming. I completely understood the foundation of programming and python.

By Nicolau S

Dec 25, 2016

Excellent course in basic programming, just what I needed. The teacher, Charles, is great. I recommend it to anyone who wants to learn python.

By misaki-G

Oct 21, 2016

Basic knowledge and syntax of Python

very fun and easy to understand for everyone.

Hope to further learn about data analysis in the next course.

By Aayushi G

Aug 9, 2016

A great course for getting your basics right. The course is a bit slow for people who are already into programming but the Professor is great.

By Malygin V

May 2, 2016

Good course, a student can catch all necessary skills within the short period of time, thank the awesome professor and the brilliant textbook.

By Shane F

Mar 15, 2016

Great way to start programming in python. Dr. Chuck is easy to follow and understand, and really helps break things down to relatable levels.

By Hadas G

Mar 10, 2016

Wonderful course, wonderful way to introduce Python.

Thank you. I am introducing and recommending the course and the platform everywhere I can.

By Abhishek B

Mar 1, 2016

Had a wonderful experience learning about the basics of Python in the most engaging and fun manner possible. Thank you Coursera and Dr. Chuck.

By Jiaxin X

Jan 31, 2016

I have seen many other self-learning courses/website. this course is really amazing. Professor taught in an interesting way and easy to learn.

By Metin P

Jan 24, 2016

Good introduction to python programming, very good explanations even in step by step detail level.

A big thank you to Dr. Chuck and Coursera !

By Wee W Y

Jan 19, 2016

This course is exceptional that comes with quality lecture materials as well as easy and understandable explanation for all level of learners.

By Melissa F

Jan 7, 2016

Great course that makes the content self-paced. The book is accessible and the expectation of assignments is reasonable. I highly recommend.

By Peter P

Jan 6, 2016

Amazing course that teaches the fundamentals in such a way that by the end of the course you will be developing in Python like a seasoned pro.

By Dallin P S

Nov 23, 2015

Great starter course. I have taken several python starter courses, and this is the first one (book included) that made sense to me. Thank you!

By Sania S

Feb 26, 2024

The teacher has explained every single topic in detail and with real-life examples that make this course super easy and amazing for learners.

By Fabiana G

Jun 24, 2023

Amazing and fun.

With no previous knowledge you get hands-on into one of the most used programming languages nowadays.

The best professor ever!

By Deepa S J

May 17, 2023

It has been a really wonderful foundation for my basics. I'm very thankful to Dr. Chuck and Coursera for enabling me to have this experience.

By Thiago G d a

Feb 21, 2023

The course material is very good. You learn in a very intuitive way. And the platform is very user friendly if you are not fluent in English.

By CHAITHANYA V

Jun 29, 2022

Absolutely enjoyed learning the basics!! Well presented Dr.Chuck!! Looking forward for the next part of the class. Thank you Team Coursera :)

By Aden H

May 17, 2022

Loved it, taught me so much stuff, so much more professional and well structered compared to the other python program courses I have taken :)

By Yurii M

May 5, 2022

Easy to understand and very informative. Well constructed tools. Good for begginers who have no idea what or who this programming thingy is.