Gain foundational Python skills, including syntax, data structures, and basic programming concepts.

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Date: April 29th, 30th and May 1st | 9:00AM-5:00PM
Location: Your remote workspace
Instructor(s): New Horizons
Cost: $100, through grant funding techfrederick is able to offer this course at a reduced rate
Beginner Level Course

The Introduction to Python course is designed for beginners with no prior programming experience. Participants will learn the fundamentals of Python, including syntax, data types, and control structures, while gaining hands-on experience with Jupyter Notebook and .py files. The course also introduces GUI creation within Jupyter Notebook. By the end, students will have the skills to write Python programs and develop simple applications.

Python is widely used across industries for automation, web development, data science, and machine learning. This live, instructor-led course provides a structured, practical approach to learning Python, making it accessible for both new programmers and those transitioning from other languages.

Course Objectives:

Participants will develop a strong foundation in Python by learning core concepts such as syntax, data types, control flow, and key data structures. They will apply Python to real-world use cases, including automation, web scraping, GUI development, and game design, allowing them to build a portfolio of practical projects.

The course also covers advanced Python features such as object-oriented programming (OOP), decorators, generators, and modules, enabling students to write more efficient and scalable code. Additionally, they will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, including Jupyter Notebooks, Python libraries, and integrated development environments (IDEs), to write, debug, and deploy Python applications professionally.

Who should attend:

  • This course is ideal for both new programmers and experienced developers seeking to add Python to their skillset.

*** As this training is funded by State of MD EARN Grant funding, the information requested throughout the registration and participation process is REQUIRED by the State of Maryland for their tracking and statistical purposes. ***

Questions? Contact Brooke Faulkner, bfaulkner@techfrederick.org

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Course Outline

Lesson 1: Introduction to Python Programming

  • What is Python?
  • Setting up the Python environment
  • Writing and executing Python scripts
  • Introduction to Jupyter Notebook

Lesson 2: Python Basics

  • Understanding Python syntax
  • Working with variables and data types
  • Input and output operations

Lesson 3: Control Structures

  • Conditional statements (if, else, elif)
  • Looping constructs (for, while)
  • Error handling and debugging

Lesson 4: Working with Data Structures

  • Lists, tuples, and sets
  • Dictionary operations
  • String manipulation

Lesson 5: Functions and Modular Programming

  • Defining and calling functions
  • Using parameters and return values
  • Writing modular, reusable code

Lesson 6: Working with Files

  • Reading from and writing to files
  • File handling best practices

Lesson 7: GUI Development in Python

  • Creating simple graphical user interfaces in Jupyter Notebook
  • Introduction to libraries for GUI design

Lesson 8: Putting It All Together

  • Developing a final project using the concepts learned
  • Best practices for Python programming

Hands on Labs

  • Throughout the course, participants will complete hands-on labs, including:
    • Writing basic Python scripts in Jupyter Notebook.
    • Creating and manipulating data structures.
    • Building simple GUI applications.
    • Developing a mini-project as a capstone activity.
    • Best practices for Python programming