Introduction to Python | Chicago

About this workshop

Build apps for the web and unlock data-driven insights with code.

Explore the intersection of coding and data with General Assembly. During our Python-focused intro class, you’ll learn you’ll learn all about Python - including how to get started, advantages and disadvantages of Python, essentials of programming in Python, and tools available to build applications in Python.

In this class, you'll:

• Touch on fundamental Python programming techniques and tools.
• Discuss its applications in data analysis and web development — and the types of problems it can solve.
• See where Python programming fits into the data and web workflow.
• Apply your new skills to solve a real-world problem with Python.

Chart your own career path. Pick up where this workshop leaves off. Enhance your professional skill set with Python skills in our 10-week, part-time Python Programming program.

Takeaways

• Learn how to get set up and install Python and libraries.
• Find out how to write your first Python script.
• Figure out what tools to use for your next Python projects.

Prereqs & Preparation

Please bring a laptop with Anaconda installed.

Anaconda Installation Instructions:

1. Visit https://www.anaconda.com/download/
2. Download the latest 3.x version (currently 3.7).
3. When the download is complete, run the installer.