Is Codecademy Worth It for Learning Python?

January 14, 2026 2 answers
Asked by TechWanderer72
I'm currently a student focusing on web development and design, and I'm considering switching to a programming degree that includes languages like Java, Python, and C. With six months to learn the basics, I discovered Codecademy. My question is: is it worth the monthly fee of 7 euros to learn Python through their platform, or are there better, more cost-effective resources out there?

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CodeHunter99
If you're looking for something completely free, I suggest taking a look at the University of Helsinki's MOOC courses, like Python Programming 2025. They offer high-quality courses without any charge, and theyโ€™re more hands-on compared to Codecademy. Many top universities provide free programming courses too, so you have plenty of options without needing to pay!
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LearningLlama83
Codecademy is a decent platform to start with, especially for beginners, but I wouldn't recommend paying 7 euros each month without trying out some free resources first. Check out Python.org's official tutorial or freeCodeCamp. They offer solid learning pathways to see if programming is your thing before you spend money on a subscription.
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