We’ll start with the basics like navigating a code editor, writing basic Python programs, and storing and manipulating data. We'll learn how to use data structures like lists and dictionaries, make decisions using conditionals, and write loops to complete repetitive tasks. Finally, we will organize and simplify our code by writing and calling functions.

Along the way we'll learn concepts that are common to all programming languages so that you can gain a solid feeling of what it's like to work and think like a programmer.

By the end of this workshop, you'll have a foundation in the basics of Python programming to keep building on. You might even be inspired to pursue a software engineering career with your new skills.

Please Note: Registration for this workshop will close 24 hours before the scheduled start date.

Takeaways

Learn to navigate a code editor, and learn how to create and run Python programs.
Use Python to store and manipulate data in common data structures, such as lists and dictionaries.
Create conditional statements and write iterative code to complete simple repetitive tasks using for and while loops.
Define custom functions that take in arguments and generate desired data or calculations.

Schedule

Dec

Day 1

Monday 6 – 9 pm EST

Dec

Day 2

Wednesday 6 – 9 pm EST

Preparation

This workshop is for beginners. No prior knowledge or experience required.
Each individual participant must have purchased a seat in this workshop.
Look out for an email one day before, and one hour before the workshop begins with the Zoom link. If you don’t see the email, please reach out to help@ga.co and we’ll get you set up ASAP.
There is no certificate for completing this workshop.

About the Instructor

Fred Ngo

Lead Instructor - Software Engineering, General Assembly

Fred has been a software developer for over 20 years, and has worked at a variety of companies both large and small. He is also an entrepreneur who was the founding CTO of VC-backed software startup (Standout Jobs) in 2008. In a previous life, he was a professional dance instructor and the founder of a swing dance studio (Cat's Corner) in Montreal. His passion is to teach and inspire the next generation of software developers.

Refund Policy

We understand that, sometimes, plans change. If you can no longer make it to a class or workshop, please email us at least 7 days before the scheduled event date. No refunds will be given to cancellations made within a week of the class or workshop.

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