I'm starting engineering at university soon, but I haven't picked my specific path yet. I signed up for a coding class since I took computer science in high school. The issue is, I didn't learn much then because my teacher wasn't great, which made me lose interest. Recently, I've been studying Python daily for a week, covering strings, lists, sets, functions, and dictionaries. I'm also using a site called 'Python in 30 Days' and plan to learn about file handling, web scraping, and virtual environments. My question is: If I keep up this learning pace, will I be ready for the advanced class? Should I drop it instead? Is Python genuinely difficult, or is it just made to sound intimidating?
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If you’re struggling to find a project idea, websites like HackerRank or LeetCode can help you practice concepts and familiarize yourself with Python's standard library. It’s also good to check out the syllabus to know what exactly you’ll be learning in advance courses—it makes a big difference.
You’re at the basics, and it’s a good idea to be sure you’ve got them down. Check out the official Python tutorial for a solid foundation. Also, communicate with your instructor about your current skills and what you should focus on before the class starts.
Thanks! I'm starting school in about a week; do you think I could get a solid understanding of Python in a month?
A lot of people say Python is actually pretty easy to pick up with some effort. You seem to be doing well by practicing every day! Just remember, as you advance, it gets a bit trickier, but with consistent practice, you'll get the hang of it. It’s common to feel like things are hard, but they usually become more intuitive over time if you stick with it!
Right? I feel like people make it sound super complicated, but if you put in the time, it becomes manageable.
Python is generally beginner-friendly, especially these days. Just be cautious with those 'learn in 30 days' courses; they can be useful, but trying to create your own projects is crucial for genuine learning. Before you dive deep, check out what topics your lectures will cover, so you focus on what's relevant.
Quick question, do I have to pay for Jupyter Notebook, or is it free?
To really get the hang of Python beyond the basics, I'd recommend working on a real project. This helps you learn how to use various packages while applying what you’ve learned. If you're coding little games like rock-paper-scissors, that's a start, but try to tackle a slightly bigger project related to what you want to do in software engineering!
For sure! I started with small games too, but then I started on a bigger project, and it made a huge difference in my understanding.
I'm from France, and it's tricky since I took Python back in junior high, but I forgot a lot. I've been studying for hours a day to get ready but want to know if a month will be enough.