Python Programming Course

About the Python Programming course

Python is a popular, versatile and widely-used programming language. (Check out the Tiobe index to see just how popular it is.) The Python Programming course covers the essential concepts and syntax of the Python language. The Python Programming course is for you if you already have programming experience in another language, or have basic Python experience. It covers Python syntax, statements, data types, lists, dictionaries, sets and functions. You will learn good coding conventions, and be introduced to relevant resources and tools. The course will also provide an overview of object-oriented concepts in Python.

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What others say

Very well presented. Thank you

C. Naude

Denel Dynamics Lecturer: Renier Classroom training
Great stuff!!! (Smiley face) I am converted, I am a Pythonista or aspiring to be one.

M. Fokane

Media24 Lecturer: Renier Classroom training
Renier was an awesome teacher. I really enjoyed his class – he makes the classes very interesting and very easy to get started with Python.

M. Bilankulu

Momentum Lecturer: Renier Virtual training
Thank you also for all the other info and tips besides Python.

J. Haasbroek

Armscor Lecturer: Renier Classroom training
This has been one of the best software courses I have attended, with the lecturer being extremely knowledgable in the subject of programming (in this case Python). Renier should of been my first C lecturer. A lot for extras or under the hood discussions was also done which is invaluable in improving programming knowledge.

R. Scharf

DetNet SA Lecturer: Renier Virtual training
This is a second course I am attending with Renier as the instructor and he is great at what he does. He is patient and is always willing to go the extra mile to assist and make sure that we understand the content of the course and adds more value than what the book can explain. Much appreciated 🙂

T. Musi

BMW Lecturer: Renier Virtual training
Awesome course! The best course I have attended.

H. Malan

DBSA Lecturer: Renier Classroom training
The virtual training was well organized and the approach and delivery mechanisms worked well. Renier is clearly passionate about IT and in particular, about programming; and came across as deeply knowledgeable about Python and how it fits in and relates to the the world in which it finds itself. He was very accommodating in handling attendees’ diverse backgrounds, current challenges, and needs; and in some instances, it was a good trip down memory lane! Thank you.

S. Naidoo

Standard Bank Lecturer: Renier Virtual training
I had high expectations of the course based on previous Incus Data course experiences. These expectations were exceeded.

L. Cloete

Private Lecturer: Renier Classroom training

Why you want to attend

You should attend the Python Programming course if:
  • You are a programmer and you want to learn the Python language.
  • You are a programmer and you need to support existing Python code.
  • You are a system administrator with some programming background, and you want to write Python scripts.

What you need to know first

Before you attend the Python Programming course:
  • You must already be a programmer and have experience in programming.
If you have no programming experience, please first attend our Introduction to Python Programming course.

Price and duration

Price: R12,200.00 excluding VAT per delegate. This price includes everything that you need:
  • All course material, provided in an electronic format.
  • An attendance certificate after the course, in PDF format.
Duration: 5 days. The Python Programming course is presented virtually. Find out more about our virtual training and how it works. Please check the course schedule for the next available date.

How to book

It’s so easy to book for the Python Programming course. Just email us at info@incusdata.com. You can send us a purchase order, or fill in our course enrolment form. After we have received your booking, we will confirm that you are booked, and we’ll send you an invoice.

Detailed course contents

Overview

  • Applications.
  • Scripts.
  • Interpretation.
  • Platforms.
  • Invocation.
  • Structure.
  • Data Types.
  • Variables.
  • Subroutines.
  • Modules.
  • Expressions.
  • Output.
  • Blocks.

Data Types, Lists, Dictionaries and Sets

  • Numbers.
  • Strings.
  • String manipulation: string operations and string methods.
  • Lists: List Notation, List Operations, Working with Lists.
  • Tuples.
  • Dictionary: Dictionary Notation, Dictionary Operations.
  • Sets: Constructing Sets, Set Operations.

Python Statements

  • Selection Statements.
  • Iteration Statements.
  • List Comprehension.
  • Embedded Documentation (PyDoc).
  • Regular Expressions: Patterns, Matching, Searching.
  • File Handling & IO.
  • Lambdas.
  • Basic Debugging.

Functions

  • Functions.
  • Scoping.
  • Passing Arguments.
  • Returning Values.
  • Exception Handling: Raising and Catch Exceptions, Custom Exceptions.
  • Globals.
  • Accessors.
  • Closures.
  • Basic OOP Concepts in Python.
  • Custom Modules.

OO in Python

  • Classes.
  • Static Methods and Special Methods.
  • Attributes and Class Members.
  • Inheritance.
  • Composition.
  • Dynamic Class Structure.
  • Class Dictionaries.
  • Function Overloading.
  • Method Specialization.
  • Namespace Conventions.
  • Class Organisation & Common Patterns.

Additional Topics

  • System Library.
  • Sockets and Threads.
  • Processes.
  • Fundamentals of TKinter GUIs.
  • Basic Database Access.
  • Portability Issues.
  • Further Directions and Possibilities.

Download the course outline

Download the Python Programming course outline in PDF format.
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