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Introduction to Python and Basic Selenium Setup

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7 hours to complete

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.6

16 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete

What you'll learn

  • Understand the steps to install and set up Python and Selenium

  • Explain Python data types and control structures

  • Write and debug Python programs to solve simple problems

  • Develop scripts to handle file operations and exceptions in Python

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Assessments

5 assignments

Taught in English
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This course is part of the Selenium Python Automation Testing and Frameworks Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
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There are 9 modules in this course

Updated in May 2025.

This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course provides a structured journey into Python programming and Selenium automation. Starting with a solid foundation in Python, you'll learn to install the necessary tools and write your first program. As you progress, you'll explore Python's data types, variables, and control flow, building a robust understanding of programming fundamentals. Intermediate modules focus on object-oriented programming principles and file handling in Python, with hands-on examples to develop practical skills in writing and reading files, handling exceptions, and implementing core OOP concepts. These skills are essential for writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code. The final part of the course introduces Selenium, where you'll set up the Selenium Python package and learn to automate browser interactions. From invoking browsers to executing basic WebDriver commands and running tests on different browsers, you'll gain the expertise needed to streamline your testing processes. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped to automate web testing using Python and Selenium efficiently. This course is ideal for beginners and professionals looking to automate testing processes. No prior experience in Python or Selenium is required, although a basic understanding of programming concepts is beneficial.

In this module, we will delve into the importance of Python in the realm of test automation. We'll explore why Selenium is a preferred choice for many and compare its advantages with other automation tools.

What's included

1 video2 readings

1 videoβ€’Total 10 minutes
  • Why Choose Selenium for Your Test Automation Needs?β€’10 minutes
2 readingsβ€’Total 20 minutes
  • Introduction to the Course 'Introduction to Python and Basic Selenium Setup'β€’10 minutes
  • Full Specialization Resourcesβ€’10 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through the complete installation process for Python on different platforms. We'll cover the setup of the PyCharm editor and demonstrate how to use PIP clients to manage Python packages.

What's included

4 videos

4 videosβ€’Total 29 minutes
  • How to Install Python on Your Machine?β€’7 minutes
  • Important Note for Mac Usersβ€’4 minutes
  • What Is a Private Information Provider (PIP) Client and How to Download Python Packages?β€’8 minutes
  • Install PyCharm Editor and Set Project Interpreterβ€’10 minutes

In this module, we will start with the basics of Python programming by writing a simple 'Hello World' program. We'll explore various data types and essential programming concepts in Python.

What's included

2 videos

2 videosβ€’Total 15 minutes
  • Python 'Hello World' Program with Basicsβ€’9 minutes
  • Data Types in Pythonβ€’7 minutes

In this module, we will delve deeper into Python data types, focusing on lists, tuples, and dictionaries. We'll learn how to perform operations on these data types and create dictionaries dynamically.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videosβ€’Total 31 minutes
  • List Data Types and Operationsβ€’16 minutes
  • Tuple and Dictionary Data Types in Pythonβ€’11 minutes
  • How to Create Dictionaries at Runtime and Add Data to Themβ€’4 minutes
1 assignmentβ€’Total 15 minutes
  • Assessment 1β€’15 minutes

In this module, we will explore program flow control in Python. We'll cover conditional statements, the importance of code indentation, and how to use loops and functions effectively in your programs.

What's included

5 videos

5 videosβ€’Total 53 minutes
  • 'if-else' Condition in Pythonβ€’10 minutes
  • Loops in Python and the Importance of Code Indentationβ€’11 minutes
  • Programming Examples Using 'for' Loopβ€’5 minutes
  • Programming Examples Using 'while' Loopβ€’13 minutes
  • What Are Functions and How to Use Themβ€’13 minutes

In this module, we will focus on object-oriented programming (OOP) principles in Python. We'll cover classes, objects, constructors, inheritance, and string functions with practical examples.

What's included

4 videos

4 videosβ€’Total 54 minutes
  • OOP Principles - Classes and Objectsβ€’9 minutes
  • Constructor and Its Role in Object-Oriented Programmingβ€’17 minutes
  • Inheritance Concepts with Examplesβ€’15 minutes
  • Strings and Their Functionsβ€’12 minutes

In this module, we will learn how to read and write files in Python. We'll cover important methods for file handling and demonstrate how to efficiently manipulate text files.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videosβ€’Total 28 minutes
  • Reading Text Files in Pythonβ€’8 minutes
  • Importance of readline and readlines Methods in Pythonβ€’10 minutes
  • Writing Data Using Pythonβ€’10 minutes
1 assignmentβ€’Total 15 minutes
  • Assessment - 2β€’15 minutes

In this module, we will focus on exception handling in Python. We'll learn how to raise exceptions, implement the try-catch mechanism, and use the 'finally' block to ensure proper cleanup.

What's included

3 videos

3 videosβ€’Total 23 minutes
  • Raising Exceptionsβ€’6 minutes
  • Try-Catch Mechanismβ€’11 minutes
  • Using 'finally' with Exceptionsβ€’6 minutes

In this module, we will set up the Selenium Python package and demonstrate how to execute browser automation scripts. We'll cover basic WebDriver methods and show you how to run tests on different browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Internet Explorer.

What's included

2 videos1 reading3 assignments

2 videosβ€’Total 28 minutes
  • Invoking Chrome Browser and Understand the Importance of Service Classβ€’18 minutes
  • Running Tests in Chrome, Firefox, Edge on Basic WebDriver Methodsβ€’10 minutes
1 readingβ€’Total 10 minutes
  • Conclusion to the Course 'Introduction to Python and Basic Selenium Setup'β€’10 minutes
3 assignmentsβ€’Total 90 minutes
  • Assessment 3β€’15 minutes
  • Full Course Assessmentβ€’60 minutes
  • Full Course Practice Assessmentβ€’15 minutes

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