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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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JT

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I completed the course in about three days. I've never programmed before to the learning curve was excruciating but nonetheless I managed to get through and finally get my python feet wet so to speak.

DU

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Excellent, although, even without having any programming experience except some Visual Basic at school about ten years ago, in my opinion the course could have bee more difficult and the pace quicker.

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By Pratyush P

Aug 29, 2019

THIS WAS MY FIRST COURSE WITH COURSERA AND LET ME TELL YOU THIS HAS BEEN AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE GETTING TAUGHT BY SUCH A GREAT PROFESSOR DR. CHUCK .HIS TEACHING METHOD IS REALLY FRIENDLY AND IT CAN BE EASILY UNDERSTOOD WHAT EVER HE TEACHES.THIS COURSE AND ESPECIALLY DR. CHUCK INSPIRED ME TO CONTINUE FURTHERMORE WITH THE COURSES.

By Rollin S M

Aug 6, 2019

Dr. Chuck Severance did a great job introducing Python to people without any previous programming experience. The Coursera format works well with its 10 minutes video classes and auto-graded programming assignments. I now feel comfortable with Python and look forward taking the next class (Python Data Structures) in this series.

By Emanuele S

Aug 3, 2019

I was able to grasp concepts in an easy but very powerful way. I feel I'm able to control things now, to know exactly what line of coed does. Surely this is thanks of Python's simplicity but most of all it is thanks to Mr. Severance whose instructions and examples are enlightening! Looking forward to go on, to take the next step

By Jeesoo L

Jul 14, 2018

Amazing course, I really love your lectures, very entertaining and everything was explained in a way it was easy to understand but the explanation was not shallow. Extra material at the end of each lesson was also great, it taught me the history of python and how python evolving at the moment. Thank you for this wonderful course

By линус д

Mar 15, 2018

Before this course I have covered many other python courses, but this course provides IN-DEPTH explanations for python basics, which made me better understand how python actually works. What is also good about this course is that there is no ready answers for assignments!!!, which is really good if you want to master it yourself

By Amr E A E

May 6, 2016

a great course to start with, it is very simple and helpful i really enjoyed it alot, Dr. Charles makes everything easy and fun, you will get to apply after each chapter that way you will improve alot and there is also Bonus videos which i found so amazing because you get to know about new stuff but still related to programming.

By Maxim V

Oct 17, 2015

I'm very glad I enrolled dr.Chuck courses - they're not too simple, not too hard for the first time.

You're need something interesting for the begining. Something that will remind you that learning is interesting.

Dr.Chuck courses damn fit for this purpose.

Thank you, dr.Chuck, Teaching staff of University of Michigan and Coursera.

By Angie G

May 8, 2024

Well-designed course for true beginners taught by an established computer science expert and academic. The instructor is clearly enthusiastic about sharing his knowledge, and he provides thorough explanations and demonstrations. Reading along with the course text – in addition to viewing the lectures on Coursera – is advisable.

By Rafael L

Jul 14, 2022

Great course for absolute beginners. The instructor and the quality of the material are of top quality. I'm looking forward to continuing learning from the other courses of the specialisation Python for Everybody. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this course and making it available for everyone with the internet.

By Juan M G Á

Mar 30, 2022

I’ve finished Goggle’s IT Automation with Python, but I read very good reviews about this course.  What a great surprise.  There were little things Dr. Chuck explained that clarified very important and basic concepts.  Don’t get me wrong:  Google’s courses are great, but this course complements the other one in an amazing way. 

By jonathan p

Nov 5, 2020

The teacher is very clear and dynamic. all the material covered is well explain. nevertheless i think this course should include more practice or reference to practice. it was easy for me to understand the concepts because i already have experience programing in java and VB, but i think a new programmer would need more practice

By prankul b

Sep 12, 2020

The most amazing thing about this course is that it comes with a book. You can either download it free from the website of Mr. Charles or buy it from Amazon. Every single chapter from the book is covered in this course and it's very great to read a book with the help of Mr. Charles. I really love this course Highly recommended.

By Abhijeet K

Jun 14, 2020

This course is very good for anyone who is interested in learning Python. The best thing about this course is that its not rushing and there is enough time for you to learn. This course goes into the details like using spaces instead of Tab which i think other courses lack.

If you want to learn Python Defiantly join this course.

By Mariana M M

May 29, 2020

Great course, and an excellent professor, I have never programmed before since I have a bachelor in International Business and it was really understandable with good exercises that make me want to learn more. I finished it in less than 2 weeks. I would recommend it to everyone who is looking to start programming in an easy way.

By dnyanesh g

May 21, 2020

I think by taking this course i have done the right thing.because the way sir chuck teaches is best.Though in starting i reluctantly study this course but as i proceed with the course i was getting much interest in the course.I eagerly wanted to do next course. And can't wait to complete specialization in python for everybody.

By Shaik K T

May 16, 2020

Firstly I am very happy to complete this course. I am completely new to the python programming language and now I can write the programs in python. It is because of Coursera and the instructor is very friendly and explains the concept very well . If more practice exercises are included it would be more helpful for the students.

By Ankit S

May 13, 2020

Brilliant teacher. So wonderfully explained. Opened my eyes to the fact that programming isn't just about the rules and the syntax to follow. Loved the platform designed to submit codes and the lecture slides since they were very informative and helpful. Looking forward to completing the next few courses in this specialization!

By Muhammad R M

May 10, 2020

It was a good introductory-level course and an overall good way to make it interesting. It was well designed and delivered. Being an educationist and an experience of 20 years, I think, instructor justified with these contents. Thumbs Up.

Thank you very much. I will definitely try to complete the whole specialization of Python.

By Madikanti R

Apr 25, 2020

After trying tutorial after tutorial and exploring many different resources to learn Python, I have finally found one that works! This is a very fun course, and the free textbook is simply incredible.Gives an interesting way to learn python and also provides online platforms to work with assignments. Easy to take in the basics.

By ABU S

Apr 9, 2020

It was a beautiful course and Sir Charles is one of the most beautiful and humble teachers i have ever seen in my life.I really am in a great sorrow that I didn't get his class in person and I'd love to get one.I look forward to all the courses that are offered by University of Michigan and Charles.I loved this course honestly.

By Harshil P

May 3, 2018

It had been a great experience learning the basics of python via this class. The teaching is good and very easy for even a beginner to understand without any difficulty. I would suggest anyone who wants to learn basics of python, go for it. The teacher knows his materials and teaches in a friendly and easily understandable way.

By Gabriel O

Feb 18, 2018

Great course, excelent and simple explanations.

I'm familiar with most of the stuff here from other programming languages, but the course was more than able of pointing those small details that make python syntax different from others.

Thank you Mr. Severance for this introduction into python, made in a simple and concise manner.

By Aditya D

Aug 27, 2017

Professor Charles explains the subject at hand in detail while making sure that students aren't overwhelmed by the vastness of the computer language. The assignments are a tad bit easier than I would have hoped but the videos and quiz are more than thorough. Resources provided are great and it has been a good experience so far.

By Miki S

Oct 12, 2015

Clear and concise introduction to python basics. For beginners, just be aware that this course will not enable you to program in Python well enough for most real-world applications. If you really want to learn Python, take the rest of the courses offered through the specialization to understand how to utilize the language well.

By Himanshu M

Oct 4, 2015

Really liked the way Mr. Severance approaches the problem and his methods of teaching. He is by far the goofiest teacher on coursera which is unique in a way and also desirable I think. He makes learning fun.

Great Job. All the best for future courses. Will surely want to take another course on python taught by Mr. Severance. :)