Introduction to Python | San Diego
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.
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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:
- Visit https://www.anaconda.com/download/
- Download the latest 3.x version (currently 3.7).
- When the download is complete, run the installer.