I've just finished my first year of college, where I learned C, and I've also completed the basics of Python through YouTube. I'd like to continue learning Python with a more structured course while the courses are on sale. Should I choose Dr. Angela Yu's 100 Days of Code course or Ardit Sulce's Python course? I'm also open to free alternatives if they're worthwhile.
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I’d seriously consider Harvard’s CS50P first. It’s free, including the certificate, and focuses on problem-solving and programming fundamentals rather than just teaching Python syntax. It could be a great next step after learning the basics.
Angela Yu’s course is a solid choice if you want a structured, beginner-friendly path with lots of guided projects. That said, some sections may be dated, and later parts rely more heavily on reading documentation, so it might not suit everyone’s learning style.
I’ve been working through Ardit Sulce’s course and found it more motivating and practical. I tried Angela Yu’s course as well, but Ardit’s teaching style worked better for me, especially when studying for an hour or two each day. You could also look at Cisco’s free PCEP materials if you’re comfortable learning from written lessons.
I ended up choosing Ardit’s course because I’d already covered the fundamentals and wanted something more practical and up to date.
That’s still a fair concern today. If you already understand Python fundamentals, you may prefer something more current and project-focused instead of another beginner-heavy course.