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CS50's Introduction to Programming with Python

Harvard's dedicated Python course: functions to unit tests, regex and object-oriented programming.

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About this course

CS50P is a Python-only course from Harvard's CS50 team. Ten weeks cover functions, conditionals, loops, exceptions, libraries, unit tests, file I/O, regular expressions and object-oriented programming, with weekly problem sets and a final project.

Best for: Beginners who want a rigorous Python-first course.

What you will be able to do

  • Write and structure Python programs
  • Handle errors and test code with pytest
  • Read and write files
  • Use regular expressions and classes

Syllabus and your progress

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Plan your pace

At 4 hours a week you would finish in about 15 weeks, using the course time estimate above.

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Cost and certificate

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Free CS50 certificate from Harvard's OpenCourseWare for completing the work; an edX verified certificate costs extra.

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Quick answers

Is CS50's Introduction to Programming with Python really free?
Yes, the course material is free on Harvard Online. Free CS50 certificate from Harvard's OpenCourseWare for completing the work; an edX verified certificate costs extra.
How long does CS50's Introduction to Programming with Python take?
Plan for about 60 hrs in total (Editorial estimate; the provider does not publish a total. Ten weeks of lectures and problem sets.). It is self-paced, so you can go faster or slower.
Do I need experience before CS50's Introduction to Programming with Python?
No. It is a beginner course with no prerequisites listed.

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