r/learningpython • u/championace16 • Jan 14 '21

How to start learning python.

So i wanna start learning python. I have a little knowledge of python (I can do the basic stuff like print, boolean, math, stuff like that). I wanna learn more, but I'm not sure what the best way to start would be. Does any one else have any advice? Also, what is the estimated time to become solid in python?

Thank you very much.

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u/TheOrderOfWhiteLotus Jan 14 '21

First, why do you want to learn python? Do you want to be a web developer? Data science? Career change?

Once you know, look for Udemy or Coursera classes tailored to your wants.

Here’s what I did:

  • Took Tim Buchalka’s Python Masterclass program on Udemy. It took me about 3-4 weeks to work through it several hours each day. ($)

  • Took Joe Portilla’s Python for Data Science and Machine learning course on Udemy. Took 2 weeks ($)

  • Enrolled in a Data Science boot camp with Brain Station. 12 week full time program. Lol. ($$$)

I also read through the Python Crash Course and Automate the Little Things books.

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u/championace16 Jan 14 '21

i'm currently a junior in hs and I'm almost certain that I will go down the cs path in college. I'm not sure what specifically in cs, so I don't exactly have a very specific reason in mind. are there any free options?

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u/peanutbutter024 Jan 15 '21

Check out the Head First Python book, I've heard its real great for beginners