I'm about to start my computer science engineering course in India, and I've been told by some seniors to dive into Python before classes begin. I'm looking for good YouTube course recommendations to learn the basics of Python so I can get a head start. Anyone have suggestions?
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There's a wealth of free resources online! Many YouTube channels offer great Python tutorials, plus there's Udemy for courses. I think Cisco has a free Python course that offers a certificate at the end too, so that could be worth checking out!
Instead of following just a course, think of a small project you want to tackle. It could be a simple script that solves a problem you're interested in. That way, you learn by doing, which makes it more engaging!
Be careful with the CS50 course if you're completely new to programming—it can be pretty fast-paced. You might want to start with some more relaxed YouTube tutorials before diving into that.
'Learn Python the Hard Way' used to be a go-to resource for beginners. However, don't just follow what seniors say—check what your course will cover first. While Python is useful, make sure it's relevant to what you will be studying, especially if your program focuses on other languages like Java.
You should check out the Harvard CS50P course on YouTube! It's a solid starting point. Just break it down into shorter sessions of around 20-30 minutes and try to expand on the mini projects they give you. You'll get a lot out of it!
Thanks for the suggestion! I have that video saved, but I want to get a good grasp on the basics first with a Udacity course before I dive into this one.
I don't really need a certification right now, so I was thinking of starting with the Udacity Introduction to Python Programming. It's by Juno Lee, free, and about 14 hours long. After that, might dive into what you suggested!