Getting Started with Python for Non-Developers (TTPS4803)
Course Duration
4 Days
Audience
Employees of federal, state and local governments; and businesses working with the government.
Prerequisites
There are no programming prerequisites for this course. It is designed for non-developers and beginners with no prior coding experience.
Course Description
Python is one of the most versatile, popular programming languages in use today. You can leverage Python in almost every industry, in a wide array of applications from system administration to machine learning, from automation to web services, from data analysis to visual effects. Compared to other programming languages, Python is relatively easier to learn and use, providing a wide variety of opportunities for students of all skill levels and roles.
Learning Objectives
- This course combines expert lecture, real-world demonstrations and group discussions with machine-based practical labs and exercises. Our engaging instructors and mentors are highly experienced practitioners who bring years of current “on-the-job” experience into every classroom. Throughout the hands-on course, you’ll learn to write essential Python scripts using the most current and efficient skills, best practices and techniques.
- Working in a hands-on learning environment, guided by our expert team, you’ll learn to:
- Thinking as a Software Developer, including coding logic and structures
- Create working Python scripts following best practices
- Use python data types appropriately
- Read and write files with both text and binary data
- Search and replace text with regular expressions
- Get familiar with the standard library and its work-saving modules
- Create “real-world”, basic level professional Python applications
- Know when to use collections such as lists, dictionaries, and sets
- Understand Pythonic features such as comprehensions and iterators
- Write robust code using exception handling
Course Outline
- An Overview of Software Development
- Thinking as a developer
- Pseudocode as a design tool
- Analysis – Understanding the problem
- Design – creating the solution
- Let’s Get Hands-On: Scripting and programming basics
- An Overview of Python
- What is python?
- Python Timeline
- Advantages/Disadvantages of Python
- Getting help with pydoc
- Python Quick View
- What is Python?
- Python timeline
- Advantages/disadvantages
- Installing Python
- Getting help
- The Python Environment
- Starting Python
- Using the interpreter
- Running a Python script
- Editors and IDEs
- Getting Started with Python
- Using variables
- Builtin functions
- String data
- Numeric data
- Converting types
- Console input/output
- Command line parameters
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Getting Started with Python for Non-Developers (TTPS4803) course cover?
This course covers Python programming and scripting fundamentals. IT Dojo delivers it as live instructor-led training with an emphasis on practical skills for government and DoD professionals.
How long is IT Dojo's Getting Started with Python for Non-Developers (TTPS4803) training?
IT Dojo's Getting Started with Python for Non-Developers (TTPS4803) training is 4 Days. It is available as live remote online instruction or on-site at your facility. All sessions are instructor-led with small class sizes to ensure individual attention.
Is this course available as live remote online training?
Yes. IT Dojo offers Getting Started with Python for Non-Developers (TTPS4803) as live remote online training. A certified instructor leads the session in real time. Students interact via chat or microphone. Classes are kept small (typically no more than 16 students) to ensure engagement. On-site delivery at your government facility or contractor location is also available.
What prerequisites are recommended before this course?
There are no programming prerequisites for this course. It is designed for non-developers and beginners with no prior coding experience.
Does IT Dojo offer this training on-site at government or DoD facilities?
Yes. IT Dojo delivers Getting Started with Python for Non-Developers (TTPS4803) on-site at government agencies, DoD commands, military installations, and contractor facilities. On-site training is ideal for teams of four or more and can be customized to your organization's specific environment and mission requirements. Contact IT Dojo to schedule.
How do I register for this course?
IT Dojo training is employer sponsored. Your organization registers and pays for seats. To schedule Getting Started with Python for Non-Developers (TTPS4803) for your team, contact IT Dojo via the Request Training form or call 757-216-3656. IT Dojo will work with your contracting officer, training coordinator, or program office to set up the course.