Python 1000: The Python Primer (2024)

After completing The Python Primer - also known as The PyQuest Primer (or simply The Primer) you will be able to program your computer; you will be able to call yourself a programmer. You will also understand what all computer programs must do, as well as how to keep self-learning many, many more topics using Python's own built-in research topics.  You will also know how to create requirement diagrams using industry-standard Flowcharts.

The Primer is also officially part of the free & open PyQuest Flash Card Project & Card Game - now available on GitHub.

Layered Learning

Never a "one size fits all" approach, our training opportunities are divided into beginner (1000), intermediate (2000), and advanced (3000 - 9000) experience levels. Rather than learning things you might not need to know - or can even learn on your own (!) - you can choose the topics that you are most interested in. 

The Python Primer

In The Primer you can learn what programming is, why we program, as well as how to get started using Modern Python. New and accomplished software developers may also enjoy discovering how to upgrade, as well as how to download + install packages from Python's free & open "Cheese Shop."

Topics such as “The three things all programs must do,” "Using the CLI," "How IDEs Work," package management and use, Flowcharting basics, and understanding the “REPL” mark The Primer  as a unique opportunity for students who have never programmed before. If you have previous programming experience then you should skip to Python 1100.

Beginners Welcome!

Written by a Principal Trainer & Principal Software Development Engineer, in order to insure mastery key topics are presented several times, as well as at ever-increasing depth. You will also be using the default cross platform programming interfaces. From Microsoft Windows and Linux to Mac  - the same code will look and work the same on all operating systems.

Whilst The Primer  is designed for students who have no programming experience, from critical-path keywords, blocks & tabs, to testing & documentation, savvy hints & tips on how to use Python in the professional world abound!

After completing the Python 1000 Series, in the Python 2000 Series you will complete keyword mastery by further exploring a large collection of activity-related topics. Sold separately, in the 1000 & 2000 series you will enjoy learning how to create Lambdas, Generators, Context Managers, Packages & Modules, Classes, Factories, Frameworks, how to create & manage Exceptions, as well as many other professional programming topics.

Community Support!

When you sign up for Python 1000, you will receive a welcome email from Udemy. Your welcome email will share links to additional free and open educational projects, support groups, as well as related educational resources.

So welcome aboard - From books on Amazon to even more opportunities to master Python, software design, software testing, project management, as well as other programming technologies here on the 'U, I am dedicated to seeing you in the professional software development world!