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22 Jul 2021
Magdalena Wojtas

A Day in the Life of a Python Developer

Want to become a Python developer? We explain what your daily life will look like and what skills you will need to be successful. Do you know what a typical day looks like for a Python developer? Many think that programmers are loners, anti-social, or at least introverts, and that they spend all day only coding in front of multiple screens. There are even those who think programmers are freaks who have no hobbies or interests besides computers.
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15 Jul 2021
Kateryna Koidan

Python Modules, Packages, Libraries, and Frameworks

If you are new to Python, you might be confused about all its libraries, packages, modules, and frameworks. From the context, you can usually understand that these are some pieces of code. But what’s the difference between them? In this article, I’ll explain the difference between Python modules, packages, libraries, and frameworks in simple terms. Real-world programs are complex. Even a simple game like a dice roll simulator would require lots of code if you programmed everything from scratch.
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8 Jul 2021
Jakub Romanowski

The Best Python Books

What if I told you that you can meet the best Python experts and learn from them about one of the most popular programming languages? That you can do it without leaving your home, while sitting comfortably in an armchair and sipping tea? How do you do it? Start reading Python books. Here are the ones that should be on your shelf or your reading playlist. Do you learn Python from online courses or watch tutorials on YouTube?
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1 Jul 2021
Soner Yıldırım

Top 10 Ideas for Using Python

Have you learned Python? Congratulations, great decision! Remember that, like any skill, you need to keep practicing Python. Here are some cool ideas. Enjoy! Python is the predominant programming language in the data science ecosystem. It is so popular among data scientists that we tend to associate Python with only tasks related to data science. However, Python is a general-purpose language with several other use cases. Using Python for data science has lots of benefits.
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24 Jun 2021
Marcin Koryszewski

9 Python Podcasts to Level up Your Coding Skills

Podcasts are a great way to get a dose of Python knowledge. And you can skill up while doing your daily chores! These are my picks for the best Python podcasts in 2021. A Python podcast is an amazing tool for people short on time. When you learn the Python programming language, you need to have a trusted source of up-to-date information. But finding the right source takes time and can be hit or miss.
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17 Jun 2021
Soner Yıldırım

Can I Learn Python in a Month?

This is one of the most frequently asked questions among people who plan to step into programming. I will start by providing a short answer that includes a bit of Python history. Then, I will go more in-depth and show you how to learn Python in a month. Python was created by Guido van Rossum in 1991. Although it has been around for a long time, Python has recently experienced a tremendous increase in popularity.
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10 Jun 2021
Kateryna Koidan

Python Data Science Project Ideas

Wondering what your first-ever data science project or your first big project in Python should be? Or are you looking for your next data science project? This article will give you some ideas and directions. Creating data science projects in Python is essential for your career development. It’s the best way to learn new data science tools, practice the skills you’ve acquired, and demonstrate your competencies to potential employers.
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3 Jun 2021
Jakub Romanowski

Python on Mars: How Programmers Conquered the Red Planet

“Space, the final frontier …” This is how each episode of the iconic Star Trek series began. I’m a huge fan, but what happened in space recently was as interesting as the adventures of the Starship Enterprise crew. Moreover, Python, as one of the programming languages used by NASA, played a significant role in this. I’ve been interested in space exploration for years. I follow world media reports on the success of space probes, rovers, and landers.
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27 May 2021
Xavier Rigoulet

How to Rename Files Python

How much time do you spend renaming your files? Do you wonder if you could do it more quickly and easily? What if you could rename a huge number of files in the blink of an eye? Python comes with multiple built-in modules and functions to do exactly that. In this article, you will learn how to use many of these modules and functions to rename and move files in Python.
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20 May 2021
Kateryna Koidan

Who Are Data Scientists and What Do They Use Python For?

Are you wondering if a data science career is a good fit for you? In this article, I will try to explain what data science is and who data science specialists are. Check out what skills you need to become one of them – including Python. I have been observing a huge interest in data science for some time. Online forums and social media are constantly inundated with all kinds of information and questions on this topic.
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