Python Scripting Training
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Python Scripting Training
This course is part of Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects Specialization
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What you'll learn
Apply Python fundamentals to write interactive scripts using variables, user input, and conditional logic.
Construct reusable Python programs using loops, lists, tuples, functions, classes, and the Python Shell.
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Build a strong foundation in Python programming by learning the essential concepts and techniques used to create practical scripts and interactive programs. In this course, you will set up your Python environment, explore core programming concepts, and apply variables, operators, user input, and conditional logic to write simple Python scripts.
As you progress, you will use loops, lists, and tuples to organize data and automate repetitive tasks. You will also create reusable code with functions, apply object-oriented programming concepts using classes, and use the Python Shell to test, refine, and execute your code interactively. Designed for beginners, this course provides a structured, hands-on introduction to Python scripting through practical exercises that reinforce each concept as you learn. By the end of the course, you will be able to analyze programming problems, design modular solutions, and build interactive Python programs using fundamental scripting techniques. If you want to develop practical Python programming skills and gain confidence writing structured, maintainable code, this course provides a clear path to mastering the core building blocks of Python.
This module introduces learners to the foundational concepts of Python scripting. It begins with the installation and setup of the Python environment and progresses through the essential programming constructs such as variables, user input, and control flow statements. Learners will gain a hands-on understanding of how to write simple scripts and apply decision-making logic using Pythonβs if, elif, and else structures. By the end of this module, learners will be equipped with the knowledge required to build basic, interactive Python programs and apply logical thinking to automate decision flows.
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9 videos4 assignments
9 videosβ’Total 61 minutes
- Introduction to Python Scriptingβ’12 minutes
- Installation of Pythonβ’3 minutes
- Variablesβ’6 minutes
- Basic Programmingβ’8 minutes
- Basic Programming Continueβ’6 minutes
- More on Basic Programmingβ’8 minutes
- User Input in Pythonβ’4 minutes
- If-Elseβ’3 minutes
- If-Else Continuousβ’11 minutes
4 assignmentsβ’Total 75 minutes
- Getting Started with Pythonβ’15 minutes
- Core Programming Conceptsβ’15 minutes
- Decision Making in Pythonβ’15 minutes
- Graded - Python Fundamentals & Programming Basicsβ’30 minutes
This module introduces learners to Python's essential programming constructs beyond the basics. It explores the implementation and control of loops for repetitive tasks, the use of built-in data structures like lists and tuples for organizing information, and the design of reusable code through functions. Learners are also introduced to object-oriented programming using classes and will interact with the Python Shell to test and execute code in real time. By the end of this module, learners will be able to write structured, maintainable, and interactive Python programs using core development tools and techniques.
What's included
7 videos3 assignments
7 videosβ’Total 66 minutes
- Loopsβ’10 minutes
- Loops Continuousβ’7 minutes
- Lists in Pythonβ’12 minutes
- Tuples in Pythonβ’11 minutes
- Functionsβ’10 minutes
- Classesβ’11 minutes
- Shellβ’5 minutes
3 assignmentsβ’Total 60 minutes
- List and Maps and Option Parserβ’15 minutes
- Functions, Classes & Shell Scriptingβ’15 minutes
- Graded - Data Structures, Functions & Scripting Techniquesβ’30 minutes
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Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025
This course made Python so easy for me! I started as a complete beginner and now I
can write small scripts on my own.
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025
Beginner-friendly and easy to follow. The instructor explains core concepts like variables, loops, and functions in a way that's super digestible.
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
The course is well-structured and beginner-friendly. I learned how to break problems into small
parts and write clean, reusable Python code. Highly recommended
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