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Learn to program in Python, a powerful language used by sites like YouTube and Dropbox.

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Unit 1: Python Syntax

Lesson: Python Syntax

This lesson will introduce you to Python, a general-purpose, object-oriented interpreted language you can use for countless standalone projects or scripting applications.

Lesson: Tip Calculator

Now that you've completed the lesson on Python syntax, let's see if you can put your newfound skills to use. In this lesson, you'll create a simple calculator that determines the price of a meal after tax and tip.

Quiz: Unit 1

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Unit 2: Strings and Console Output

Lesson: Strings & Console Output

This lesson will introduce you to strings and console output in Python, including creating string literals, calling a variety of string methods, and using the "print" keyword.

Lesson: Date and Time

This lesson is a follow up to Unit 2: Strings and Console input and will give you practice with the concepts introduced in that lesson.

Quiz: Unit 2

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Project: Python Mad Libs

Write a creative story with input from the user!

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Unit 3: Conditionals and Control Flow

Lesson: Conditionals & Control Flow

In this lesson, we'll learn how to create programs that generate different outcomes based on user input!

Lesson: PygLatin

In this lesson we'll put together all of the Python skills we've learned so far including string manipulation and branching. We'll be building a Pyg Latin translator. (That's Pig Latin for Python Programmers!)

Quiz: Unit 3

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Project: Area Calculator

Build an interactive calculator that can determine the area of different shapes.

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Unit 4: Functions

Lesson: Functions

A function is a reusable section of code written to perform a specific task in a program. We gave you a taste of functions in Unit 3; here, you'll learn how to create your own.

Lesson: Taking a Vacation

Hard day at work? Rough day at school? Take a load off with a programming vacation!

Quiz: Unit 4

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Project: Number Guess

Build a number guessing game that pits the user versus the computer!

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Unit 5: Lists & Dictionaries

Lesson: Python Lists and Dictionaries

Lists and dictionaries are powerful tools you can use to store, organize, and manipulate all kinds of information.

Lesson: A Day at the Supermarket

Let's manage our own supermarket and buy some goods along the way!

Quiz: Unit 5

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Project: Rock, Paper, Scissors

Build Rock, Paper, Scissors and play against the computer!

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Unit 6: Student Becomes the Teacher

Lesson: Student Becomes the Teacher

Use what you've learned so far to manage your own class.

Unit 7: Lists and Functions

Lesson: Lists and Functions

Now that you've learned about lists, let's turbo-charge them with functions.

Lesson: Battleship!

In this lesson, we will make a simplified version of the classic board game Battleship! We'll use functions, lists, and conditionals to make our game.

Quiz: Unit 7

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Unit 8: Loops

Lesson: Loops

Loops allow you to quickly iterate over information in Python. In this lesson, we'll cover two types of loop: 'while' and 'for'.

Lesson: Practice Makes Perfect

You know a lot of Python now. Let's do some practice problems!

Quiz: Unit 8

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Project: Command Line Calendar

Build a functional calendar that can be accessed via command line.

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Unit 9: Exam Statistics

Lesson: Exam Statistics

Your students just took their first test. It's time to see how everyone did. Let's write a program to compute the mean, variance, and standard deviation of the test scores.

Unit 10: Advanced Topics in Python

Lesson: Advanced Topics in Python

In this lesson, we'll cover some of the more complex aspects of Python, including iterating over data structures, list comprehensions, list slicing, and lambda expressions.

Lesson: Introduction to Bitwise Operators

Bitwise operations directly manipulate bits—patterns of 0s and 1s. Though they can be tricky to learn at first, their speed makes them a useful addition to any programmer's toolbox.

Project: RGB-HEX Converter

Build a program that can convert back and forth between RGB values and Hexadecimal values.

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Unit 11: Introduction to Classes

Lesson: Introduction to Classes

Classes are a crucial part of object-oriented programming (OOP). In this lesson, we'll explain what classes are, why they're important, and how to use them effectively.

Lesson: Classes

Make your own Car and learn how to driveCar()!

Quiz: Unit 11

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Project: Bank Account

Create a class that manipulates instances of bank accounts.

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Unit 12: File Input and Output

Lesson: File Input/Output

Now that you understand Python syntax and have been introduced to some Python best practices, let's apply what you've learned to a real-world application: writing data to a file.

Quiz: Unit 12

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Project: DNA Analysis

Use Python to solve a DNA mystery.

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PYTHON FINAL PROJECT

Exclusive for Pro: Python Final Project

In this project, you will leave Codecademy's learning environment to set up a development environment on your own computer. You will be able to apply your Python knowledge to build an application, test it, and run it. Be creative and show us what you come up with!

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