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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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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 Siddharth G

Oct 27, 2019

The course was quite good. I must mention Dr.Charles, or Chuck as we know him, for his excellent teaching skills. He made the video lectures quite fun. His bonus content was quite informative to watch too. Definitely go for it if you are interested in taking a plunge into the world of Python.

By Marta K

Feb 2, 2019

It was really great. The explanations were clear, the teaching style was refreshing. It really didnt put too much emphasis on assignments, which was great because it felt less like highschool and more like uni. I would recommend it to everyone who is starting with Python or coding in general.

By yehan s

Jan 11, 2019

-Very clear and comprehensive course videos, and those screenshots and videos of specifically how to run those codes are very helpful.

-The professor's way of teaching is humor and easy-understanding.

-Very basic and fundamental materials for start-up Python learners, so, extremely recommended!

By Abdalla A

Jan 29, 2018

If you want to learn programming and you are afraid that will be so difficult this course will guides you step by step and teaches you from how program works and how it is executed inside computer to write your first programming line and you will be so amazed when you see your big programs !!

By Harshvardhan S

Dec 14, 2016

Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python) helped me familiarize with basics of python in less than 8 hours( I have a programming background). The interactive interface along with course materials kept me involved throughout and it was over before i knew it. Dr. Chuck is awesome.

By Osvaldo V

Nov 22, 2016

Excellent course to start learning Python or refresh already learned programming concepts. It is well structured and Dr. Severance keeps the course interesting and the student motivated. Will definitely recommend this course to other people and will continue using COURSERA as a learning tool.

By Matthew M

Oct 24, 2016

This course is definitely designed for someone new to programming and python. I came from a background of programming already, but wanted to know more about Python. I think the lecture material and the way it was presented was great, and I feel like this course would benefit new programmers.

By Jayprakash M

Jun 30, 2016

I cant believe that i just made a simple program by myself Dr Chunk is Great! and of course a big thanks to The Coursera platform which opened a way for us to learn mostly for the people like me who has willing to learn but cant afford the course fees.

I have no more words to express...

Thanks

By Gerald

Sep 19, 2023

I am very happy with the structure, the course and the somewhat playful way of presenting. The individual chapters are prepared in a bite-sized way and are easy for a newcomer to master. In the practical part, it would have been desirable to receive more feedback now and then, but THANK YOU!

By Sumit

Jan 17, 2023

A good introductory course I say. Go for it if you want to learn basics of Python from scratch with no prior exposure to any language mandate. However even if you know about Python or any other language, this course still has few new ways of looking at things.

Overall an excellent course :-)

By VinayReddy V

Feb 6, 2022

I strongly suggest those who are new to programming kindly go through this course, its piece of cake it takes not more than 2-3 hrs to finish assignments if you follow the video modules and instructions. Loved this course big thanks to Michigan University for such content, great work guys !!

By Thuy T

Jun 29, 2021

This is very interesting and helpful class! I love how the instructor break down the concepts with visual presentation and simple, straight forward instructions that make all the concepts very easy to understand. This course has help me develop into a confident learner of Python programming.

By Gav C

Jun 11, 2021

Nice clear introduction to the basics of Python. Workload each week is not onerous, so easy to go at your own pace. Quizzes are a good test that you have the basics down and programming exercises are straightforward - a good course to help you find out if you are interested in learning more.

By Ngaybe P

May 30, 2021

I knew nothing about programming/coding and this has been an eye opener. I am still in the learning process. More practice will help me master the concepts taught in this course. Thanks for this opportunity. The videos were very helpful and the exercises/assessments helped improved learning.

By Vishant S

Jan 28, 2021

This course has given me a great start to the world of Python programming. Professor Severance does a great job at explaining the basics of Python and its syntax. Looking forward to the further courses under Python Specialization and building up my skills to build great technology solutions.

By Cecilia

Oct 3, 2020

It has been 20 years since I lost touch with programming. I was afraid i would never be able to face the comeback....you know, it was a totally different era....and I thought I could never catch up ever. But you just got me to falling head over heels in love with programming again.

Thank you

By Ahmadreza K

Sep 29, 2020

it was very good and informative course. I learn a lot of things in this course and I get interested in computer science and analysis. I think programming is really beautiful cause it is base on some very fundamental logics and when you thing vividly through these logics you see beauty of it

By Santiago F M S

Sep 3, 2020

I am grateful I took this course. I really thank Charles. The videos are clear and entertaining. The examples are simple and this is particularly important if you are just starting. Otherwise, you may get desperate and disappointed. I can only recommend you take it. You will really enjoy it!

By Ganesh S

Jul 1, 2020

Just amazing start with Python! Learnt not just the syntax and semantics of language but the very essence of why we code and how it should start. Looking forward to next courses and understand more concepts.

Thanks a lot Team at University of Michigan, Coursera and the very special Dr. Chuk!

By Kazi S M

Jun 24, 2020

It was very well detailed and beginner friendly course.Professor Charles Russell Severance didn't assume the student was experienced in coding and created a fun environment and also introduced the python world which was inspiring.If you want to learn about Python i would highly recommend it.

By Gregory J

Jun 23, 2020

Great foundation to build from if you are new to python. I'm an experienced R user and python is very different than R from a syntax and execution standpoint. This course was very helpful as a "level-setting" for me to focus myself within python and not approach it as an R user doing python.

By Bikan B

May 31, 2020

Firstly i want to say about my instructor, he was just awesome. Every topics he tries to teach easily. I think all of the students can easily take it.I learn many important things by this course.I am so much happy that i complete my course by time. I want to say thanks to coursera team.

By Md A U J A

May 23, 2020

It was Fantastic. Dr. Chuck was great. Anyone can learn this course even if he/she got no programming background or knowledge. As for myself , i started this course from scratch and the best thing i want to tell , now can i make a python program which can be run and say -" I love Coursera!"

By DINESH K K

Jan 15, 2020

Its very helpful who want study Python Language because Instructor taught from scratch level. Content of the course is very good for the beginner. After completing this course, You will get basic idea about python and You can Enroll for different Python Courses to deep dive into this.

Thanks

By Rahul R P

Aug 26, 2019

One of the best course available to learn the basics of Python. The course not just teaches the theoretical aspects but also provides us to experiment the knowledge gained by programming the code for the given problem statements. Professor and the mentors help us a lot throughout the course.