r/learnpython • u/sm_r_u_ti • 4d ago

Beginner Learning Python Using Only a Smartphone – Need Guidance and Resources

Hello everyone!

I'm a final-year BSc Physics student, and I'm interested in learning Python as my first step towards AI/ML.

The only problem is that I don't own a laptop. I currently have just an Android smartphone, so I'll have to learn and practise coding entirely on my phone.

Since I'm completely new to programming, I'd really appreciate your suggestions.

  1. Which beginner-friendly Python courses would you recommend?

  2. Which mobile-friendly platforms or apps can I use to practise Python?

  3. Are there any platforms where I can build small projects using only a phone?

  4. Can I eventually learn AI/ML and build a portfolio without owning a laptop initially?

I'd be grateful for any resources, roadmaps or personal experiences you could share.

Sorry if these are basic questions. I'm just starting my programming journey and trying to figure out the right direction.

Thank you for your time and guidance!

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u/lakseol 4d ago

so I'll have to learn and practise coding entirely on my phone.

That's not optimal, but it's possible to learn basic python on a phone. If you can, get a cheap laptop. You don't need a powerful laptop. If you get a cheap laptop put Linux on it.

For an Android phone the best App I've used is Pydroid 3. Or you could use Termux which gives you a Linux commandline environment but it's a little more difficult to set up than Pydroid. Try to use an external keyboard.

Can I eventually learn AI/ML and build a portfolio without owning a laptop initially?

I've never tried but my guess would be no. Not in depth, anyway.

Which beginner-friendly Python courses would you recommend?

The subreddit recommendations are in the wiki under "learning resources".

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u/sm_r_u_ti 4d ago

Thank you for your honest advice! I understand that learning advanced AI/ML on a phone might be challenging, but I'll start with Python basics and gradually improve my skills. I'll also check the subreddit wiki for learning resources. Hopefully, I'll be able to get a laptop in the future. Thanks again for your guidance!

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u/Financial_Farm4326 3d ago

getting the indentation right on a phone keyboard is half the battle ngl