Top 10 Ideas for Using Python

by Soner Yıldırım 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.

Can I Learn Python in a Month?

by Soner Yıldırım 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.

Python Data Science Project Ideas

by Kateryna Koidan 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.

Python on Mars: How Programmers Conquered the Red Planet

by Jakub Romanowski “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.

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

by Kateryna Koidan 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.

Why Use Python? Which Organizations Around the World Are Using it to Code?

by LearnPython.com Team Many organizations around the world have selected Python from over 700 programming languages available. They use the world’s favorite language to solve their most important programming and data science problems. The popularity aside, what technical aspects have influenced these organizations to select Python? What Is Python? What is Python, and why use it? You can read an executive summary of Python on the official Python website, written by its creators:

Are You Too Old to Learn Python? Here Are 7 Reasons Why You Are Not!

by Marcin Koryszewski Are you wondering if you are too old to learn Python? Read this article to find out why it's never too late to start programming and why it’s worth starting now!   While browsing online, we see a popular question pop up: “Am I too old to learn Python?” And this question is being asked by many different age groups! People seem to have a long list of reasons why it's too late.

How To Define a Function in Python

by Kateryna Koidan If you have written any code in Python, you have already used functions. Print(), max(), and sum() are all built-in Python functions. However, did you know that you can also define your own functions? Let’s go through how to define and call a function in Python. What Is a Function in Python? In programming, a function is a block of code that performs a certain task or a group of related tasks.

Working Remotely With Python in Times of Pandemic

by András Novoszáth Have you been thinking about working remotely with Python during the pandemic? Read our comprehensive guide to get you started. Maybe you are considering working remotely with Python during the pandemic. However, you might not know whether it is a good idea, what you should expect, and how to get into it. In this article, we describe the labor market situation, list some options for working remotely with Python, and provide you the resources to start with.

5 Reasons to Learn Python in 2021

by Yiğit Aras Tunalı Python has been climbing higher on the popularity ladder each year. Do you know Python? If not, you might want to learn it in 2021! If you looked at a chart showing the number of questions asked onStack Overflow about programming languages, you’d see that Python has been topping the charts year after year. There are good reasons why this is the case – and why you should consider learning Python in 2021.

Maybe You Shouldn't Learn Coding After All?

by Jakub Romanowski You read everywhere that moving to IT and starting programming is a great career move. It seems like almost everyone is trying to convince you to learn to code. But what if it's not for you? Maybe you shouldn't learn coding after all? Read on and find out. In this article, I’ll present many of the arguments against beginners learning to code that can come to your mind. You might think it’s too hard or you’re too old to make a change.

Top Python IDEs and Code Editors for Programming and Data Science Beginners

by LearnPython.com Team No matter if you’re learning Python for programming or data science, an IDE will let work much easier and faster. In this article, you will find out what tools are available and what functionalities they include. An integrated development environment (IDE) is a combination of a text editor and a Python runtime implementation. You can use it to write, modify, and execute Python scripts, create program resources and components, and a lot more.

How Will Python Improve My Daily Work?

by Kateryna Koidan Python is not just for professional programmers. Learning Python can dramatically change the daily work of marketers, researchers, doctors, and even artists. Let’s see how Python is enhancing jobs in different industries. You might think that only computer programmers, web developers, software engineers, and other tech-industry professionals are the only ones who use Python at work. But the truth is that just about any job can be made easier by learning a little Python.

What Are the Advantages of Using Python for Data Science?

by Soner Yıldırım Which language should you pick to start your data science journey? Python, of course! In this article, you will learn about the advantages of using Python for data science. Python was first released in 1991, but it has gained popularity in recent years. Data science is the most influential factor in the rise of Python. And this relationship between Python and data science has been mutually beneficial. Python eases and expedites the process of learning data science.

Learn How to Work with Files and Directories in Python

by Jakub Romanowski Are you a data analyst, app developer, or someone else who needs to work with various files in Python? Do you want to do your work faster and more efficiently? If so, we have something for you – a great interactive course called Working with Files and Directories in Python! Working with Files and Directories in Python is intended primarily for people who are just starting to learn Python. Of course, if you already have programming experience, you can also learn a lot from it.

What Are the Best Online Python Courses?

by Jakub Romanowski It’s useful for data science, application development, and many other things. What are we talking about? Python! Simplicity, ease of learning, and an active community attract followers to this brilliant programming language. While the decision that Python is worth learning seems obvious, where to learn it is not. Here is a list of the best Python courses to take in 2021. I selected six of what I think are the best Python courses, but of course, there are many other worthy offerings.

Common Interview Questions for Junior Python Developer Jobs

by Yiğit Aras Tunalı Are you preparing for a junior Python developer job interview? Let’s talk about potential Python questions you might encounter! Python has gained an enormous amount of ground; it’s ranked as the most popular programming language on many sites. The number of people using this powerful language and the number of Python job offers on different platforms has (not surprisingly) also been steadily increasing. The Popularity of Python Python’s rise in popularity can be largely attributed to machine learning and data science.

Python Lists, Tuples, and Sets: What’s the Difference?

by Kateryna Koidan Python lists, tuples, and sets are common data structures that hold other objects. Let’s see how these structures are similar and how they are different by going through some code examples. In Python, we have four built-in data structures that can store a collection of different elements. These are lists, dictionaries, tuples, and sets. If you already know the theory behind these data structures, you can go to our Python Data Structures in Practice course and get hands-on experience with the most frequent ways they’re used.

Top 15 Python Libraries for Data Science

by Kateryna Koidan We look at basic and advanced Python libraries for data science. Learn about getting, processing, modeling, and visualizing data in Python. The Python ecosystem offers a wide range of tools for data scientists. For newbies, it might be challenging to distinguish between fundamental data science tools and the ‘nice-to-haves’. In this article, I’ll guide you through the most popular Python libraries for data science. Python Libraries for Getting Data Data science starts with data.

Should I Learn Python or Java in 2021?

by Rebecca McKeown It’s an age-old question among student programmers the world over: Should I learn Python or Java as the first programming language? The answer, without making you wait for a virtual drum roll right at the end of this article, is that you should learn whatever language captures your interest and feels right to you. BUT if you’re looking for a concise comparison between Python and Java - read on! We’ve got all the differences covered.

How to Survive as a Python Freelancer

by Jakub Romanowski So, you’ve learned Python and want to make your living as a freelance Python programmer. Good for you! But there are some things you should know before getting started on the freelance life. “The world is a jungle and you must fight to survive!” Do you often hear such words from the lips of online coaches and pseudo-motivational speakers? Well ... It annoys me too, but unfortunately there is some truth to this saying.

The Best Python Talks on YouTube

by Jakub Romanowski Learning Python on YouTube? It’s a thing! If you want to get an overview of this popular programming language, check out our picks for the best Python lectures on the ‘Tube. Be honest: Does YouTube only mean funny cat clips and new Ariana Grande or Drake music videos to you? Don’t get me wrong – I love them too, but YouTube is much more. If you know where to look, it’s actually a great place to learn something new from experts.

Where to Find a Python Job

by Jakub Romanowski Are you learning to program in Python? Then you're already winning, but the ultimate victory will be finding a new job that uses your new skills. Easier said than done? I’ve prepared a list of websites where you can find lots of Python job postings. There are many interesting places where you can find Python job openings. However, I chose the most popular ones because they draw the most employers and headhunters.

What's the Best Way to Practice Python?

by Rebecca McKeown Want to practice Python but don’t know the best way to go about it? We’ve come to the rescue with 10 ways you can practice Python online. All of them are useful, most are fun, and some might even make you new friends! Just like Grandma always used to say, there’s more than one way to skin a cat. Source: giphy.com Kitties can relax – it’s Python practice we’re talking about.

How to Write a For Loop in Python

by Kateryna Koidan The for loop is one of the basic tools in Python. You will likely encounter them at the very beginning of your Python journey. In this article, I’ll give you a brief overview of the for loop in Python and demonstrate with examples how you can use it to iterate over different types of sequences. What Is a For Loop in Python? Python is a powerful programming language that can be used for just about anything, and the for loop is one of its fundamental tools.

A New Python Course is Here! Join the Fun with “Python Practice: Word Games”

by Jakub Romanowski Do you want to practice Python? Are you looking for Python exercises for beginners? Why not have fun while learning? Crack the code or become a Scrabble Master in this free Python course, Python Practice: Word Games. LearnPython.com presents the Python Practice: Word Games course. This set of simple programming exercises is for beginners and intermediate users. If you are learning Python and have finished the Python Basics courses, now's the time to test how much you know.

How to Read Excel Files in Python

by Yiğit Aras Tunalı Have you worked with Excel files? I’ll show you how to read them into Python so that you can automate Excel-related tasks. If you are a data analyst, a data engineer, or someone who otherwise writes scripts to automate simple tasks, there is a high likelihood that you have worked with or will work with Excel files. In this article, we will go over how to read Excel files into Python.

Jobs You Can Get When You Learn Python

by Jakub Romanowski You learn and practice Python – everything to improve your day-to-day work or to help you change jobs. Well, the science itself is fun, but ultimately, all of these efforts have to pay off. In this article, I propose five types of positions to consider for when you have learned and mastered Python. Ready for a change? See which one might be for you. You've probably heard a lot about why you should learn Python, and about how it is one of the fastest-growing programming languages in the world.

How to Check Your Python Version

by Kateryna Koidan Chances are you have heard about Python 2 and Python 3. Although they are two versions of the same language, they have different syntax; code written in Python 3 might not work in Python 2. So, let’s discover how you can check your Python version on the command line and in the script on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems. Python is one of the most popular programming languages. With its simple syntax, high productivity, and amazing open-source libraries, Python can be used for just about anything.

How to Read CSV Files Python

by Yiğit Aras Tunalı Have you encountered CSV files? In this article, I’ll show you what CSV files are and how easy it is to work with them in Python. If you are working as a back-end developer or data scientist, chances are that you’ve already dealt with CSV files. It is one of the most used formats for working with and transferring data. Many Python libraries can handle CSVs, but in this article, we’ll focus on Python’s csv module.

How to Learn Python Online for Free

by Jakub Romanowski What if I told you that you can learn Python for free? Here are some websites for learning Python that I can recommend. Python rocks! This programming language will allow you to do a lot. If you learn it, you can create applications, build websites, work with databases, and process data collected by you or your company. Sound cool? It is! And if you can learn Python for free, well, why not give it a try?

How to Install Python on Windows

by Dorota Wdzięczna Programming skills are in great demand in today’s market. One very popular and easy-to-learn language is Python. But knowing Python's syntax is not enough; you also need to know how to install Python on your computer, configure everything, and start creating your own new and brilliant projects. Fortunately, installing Python on Windows machines is not difficult. In this article, I’ll show you everything you need to know to get up and running.

New Python Course Now Available! Test your skills with “Python Basics. Practice”.

by Jakub Romanowski Are you a Python beginner? Or have you completed our Python Basics courses? In that case, congratulations – but you still have some way to go before you become a Python expert. In Python as in life, practice makes perfect. If you’re looking to practice your Python skills, you've come to the right place. Our Python Practice set will help you hone your knowledge. One of the biggest obstacles to making progress in Python is finding the right tasks and projects.

Why Learn Python in 2021

by Rebecca McKeown There are a million resolutions you could make for 2021: taking up extreme knitting, limbo dancing, or rhinoceros riding. But deciding to learn Python in 2021? Now, that could be your smartest move to date. Guys, guys, guys! It’s less than THREE MONTHS until the end of 2020. Three months! That’s just enough time to start a diet, gain 20lbs, and learn Python. You heard me. The New Year is fast approaching, and we all know what that means.

Welcome to LearnPython.com

by Jakub Romanowski Do you want to learn programming or data processing? Do you dream of a career in data science? If the answer to any of these questions is YES, you've come to the right place. LearnPython.com is here! With great pleasure and undisguised pride, the team behind LearnSQL.com announces the launch of a new learning platform: LearnPython.com. It is the perfect place for everyone who wants to enter the world of coding and knows that Python will give them new career opportunities.

Lists and List Comprehension in Python

by Marija Ilic Everything you need to get started with lists and list comprehension in Python. Here comes the New Year — the perfect time for your own personal re-evaluation and a retrospective of the last year. It's also a great time to sit down and write a list of New Year's resolutions that you are planning to achieve in the incoming year. Are you going to write it on paper or will you reach for your laptop and, like any other nerd, use Excel or some other tool like Python to save and maintain this list?

How to Use Python Dictionaries: The LearnPython.com's Guide

by Kateryna Koidan Wondering how to get the most out of Python dictionaries? In this comprehensive guide, we'll cover all you need to know to effectively use dictionaries in your studies and in real-world projects. What Is a Python Dictionary? A Python dictionary is yet another very useful and important data type. Basically, Python dictionaries are an unordered collection of data values. However, in contrast to other data types, a dictionary's elements are key-value pairs instead of single data values.

Getting Started with Python Part 1: Data Types

by Tihomir Babic Want to learn Python but think you have to know something before you start? You don't! That's the whole point of learning, as you'll see. So you want to learn Python, but something is stopping you. What is it? The usual misconception that stops people from doing something is that they should know everything, even before they start learning. This misconception makes you think everybody was born with their knowledge and that you're never going to reach their level.

13 Top Python Libraries You Should Know in 2020

by Dorota Wdzięczna Python provides a lot of libraries to help developers with their work. Which of them will be the most popular in 2020? And which are worth your time? Here are our picks for the 13 top Python libraries. Python is one of the most popular programming languages. Many developers choose Python because it's easy to learn and good for varied tasks, including data science, machine learning, data analysis and visualization, and web or desktop app development.

How to Generate Random Numbers in Python

by Marija Ilic Sometimes you need a random number or element. How can Python help? The truth is that randomness is all around us. Think about the lottery, a dice roll, or the (extreme) randomness of your office's Secret Santa workings. In this article, we'll discuss pseudo-randomness, how it's different from true randomness, and how it can be applied in Python to generate random numbers. We'll also delve into some more advanced topics, like reproducible coding with random numbers and using the choice() and choices() functions to return random string elements from a list.

Array vs. List in Python – What's the Difference?

by Kateryna Koidan Both lists and arrays are used to store data in Python. Moreover, both data structures allow indexing, slicing, and iterating. So what's the difference between an array and a list in Python? In this article, we'll explain in detail when to use a Python array vs. a list. Python has lots of different data structures with different features and functions. Its built-in data structures include lists, tuples, sets, and dictionaries.

Why Is Python So Popular? An Introduction to The World's Favorite Programming Language

by Rebecca McKeown Learn Python, save lives. Yep, you heard me. No, I'm not talking about dragging babies from burning buildings or solving tensions in the Middle East. And no, perhaps you won't win a slew of civic hero awards anytime soon or collect the keys to the city. But there are certainly some compelling reasons why Python is so popular. Among them are some life-saving applications. In this article, we'll look at the many and varied uses of Python, the characteristics that make it so incredibly popular, as well as some of the downsides you should be aware of before choosing Python as your new language-learning challenge.

How to Learn Python Fast

by Jakub Romanowski You're in a hurry! Does your boss want you to finally learn to code? Or would you like to start a career as a programmer? We'll show you how to learn Python fast and how long it will take. I assume you've already decided to become a programmer. You know it's a good opportunity. You browse job postings, and you can't believe how many are on the market. But you don't know which language to learn.

What is Python Used For?

by Kateryna Koidan Let's clarify first. This article is not about snakes, it's about coding in the fastest-growing programming language. That language happens to be named Python. In this article, we'll go through a number of inspiring ways to use Python. So, what is Python used for? Why Code in Python? You have probably heard about many different programming languages, including JavaScript, Java, C++, Ruby, and others. Why should you choose Python?

How Long Does It Take to Learn Python Basics?

by Arleta Więch Chances are you've heard about the infinite possibilities Python gives you both in your professional and private life. When you sit down at your desk, full of motivation and eagerness, the question that probably comes to your mind is: how long does it take to learn Python? You'll find the answer here! Professionals around the world love Python. According to IEEE Spectrum, an industry magazine issued by the largest international engineering organization, Python is the most popular programming language (see how others were ranked here).

9 Best Online Resources to Start Learning Python Today

by Dorota Wdzięczna Want to start learning Python but struggling to find quality resources? Well, they're out there—and we'll review them here. In no particular order, here are the best online resources to learn Python. Courses 1. LearnPython.com LearnPython.com is an interactive e-learning platform that offers nine Python courses. Among them, you can find two learning paths: programming and data science. Programming path: Python Basics Part 1. This is the first of a two-part course that covers everything you need to know about Python so you can start writing your own scripts and applications.

Advantages and Disadvantages of the Python Programming Language

by Usman Malik Python is one of the fastest growing programming languages in the world. It is becoming equally popular among novice and experienced programmers and taking over rival languages such as C++ and Java. One of the biggest reasons why Python's popularity has skyrocketed is its simplicity and flexibility. Even people with no prior programming knowledge can learn Python within weeks. In fact, Python has all the characteristics to become the lingua franca of coding in the near future.

New Course Launch: How to Read and Write JSON Files in Python

by LearnPython.com Team Providing various types of data in a unified way is one of the core concepts of web communication. In recent years, JSON text files have become extremely popular due to their simplicity and universality. LearnPython.com's recent course—How to Read and Write JSON Files in Python—explains how to manipulate JSON files in Python. If you work with Python and want to learn a practical skill in high demand, you're in the right place.

New Course Launch: Python Data Structures in Practice

by LearnPython.com Team Do you know the feeling when you've read the theory behind some programming concepts but you're at a loss when it comes to writing actual code? LearnPython.com's new course—Python Data Structures in Practice—addresses this exact problem by explaining the practical aspects of basic data structures. The course discusses frequent use cases and teaches you optimal solutions to common problems. As a bonus, you'll create a real Python game! Although you can find countless online courses teaching Python, very few of them actually explain how to use Python data structures in practice.

Why Use Python in Marketing?

by Kateryna Koidan Python can help you get more insights from your data, make better-informed data-driven decisions, automate many routine activities, and increase the ROI from your marketing campaigns. Interested? Then let's see how exactly Python can boost your marketing efforts. How Can Your Marketing Activities Benefit from Python? As a marketer, you probably face a number of challenges: Ads are getting more expensive. Previously profitable marketing channels, like content marketing, are becoming crowded.

Jupyter Notebook – the Free Editor for Python

by Dorota Wdzięczna If you have basic knowledge about Python and are looking for an IDE to work with on your own computer, consider the Jupyter Notebook. It is a good tool, especially for Data Science projects. What is Jupyter Notebook? Jupyter Notebook is an open-source server-client application used to create and run mainly Data Science projects. Where does its name come from? JUPYTER is an acronym of Julia, Python, and R, because they were the first programming languages supported by this editor.

Python IDE: PyCharm Tutorial for Beginners

by Dorota Wdzięczna -- The PyCharm IDE is one of the most popular editors used by professional Python developers and programmers. But if you are a beginner, don't worry, it can help you too! Find out how to create Python projects using PyCharm and what basic features can help you write code more efficiently. The PyCharm IDE is one of the most popular editors used by professional Python developers and programmers.

Why Python Should Be Your First Programming Language – Python Basics Course Review

by Magdalena Wojtas Python was my love at first sight. It was at the very beginning of my interest in programming when I took my first Python course, and I instantly fell in love with this language. Unfortunately, I had few opportunities to work professionally in the Python environment, but I kept learning after hours, just for fun, until my new job became too demanding and I simply had no more time for my coding hobby.

How to Install the PyCharm IDE (Windows and Ubuntu)

by Dorota Wdzięczna This tutorial will show you how to install the PyCharm IDE on your own computer–whether you have Windows or Ubuntu. To start developing with the PyCharm IDE, you need to download and install it on your computer's operating system. PyCharm is an editor developed by the JetBrains company. As of today, it is the most popular IDE used by Python developers. Knowing this, JetBrains delivers PyCharm in three versions: Professional (full-featured IDE), Community (lightweight IDE, not full-featured), and Educational (community IDE with added education features).

Python Drawing: Intro to Python Matplotlib for Data Visualization (Part 2)

by Usman Malik Ever wondered how you can use Python to create stunning data visualizations? In the first part of this series, we saw how to draw line plots and histograms using the matplotlib library. We also saw how to change the default size of a plot and how to add titles, axes, and legends to a plot. In this article, we'll see a few more types of plots that can be drawn using the matplot library with pro tips on how to improve them.

How to Work with Python Date and Time Objects

by Kateryna Koidan At some point in your Python journey, you'll definitely need to work with dates, times, or both. Learn all the basics of date and time in Python with this short tutorial. Need to calculate how long it's been since a given date? Working with date and time objects in Python? In this beginner's guide, we'll take a look at how to write programs with these two key data types in Python.

Python Drawing: Intro to Python Matplotlib for Data Visualization (Part 1)

by Usman Malik Want to know how Python is used for plotting and data visualization? Interested in learning one of the most commonly used data visualization libraries in Python? If so, you're in the right place. In this installment of a two-part tutorial, we'll learn how to use matplotlib, one of the most commonly used data visualization libraries in Python. Over the course of both articles, we'll create different types of graphs, including:

Python Set Operations and More: All You Need to Know About Python Sets

by Kateryna Koidan Even if you're just starting your Python journey, you've most likely come across Python sets. But do you know how to use them effectively? This article aims to cover all the main Python set operations to give you a better feel for when and how to use this important data structure. What Are Python Sets? First, let's start with the basics. A set is a built-in type in Python that has a number of important characteristics:

Customer Churn Prediction with Python

by Usman Malik Python is one of the most frequently used programming languages for financial data analysis, with plenty of useful libraries and built-in functionality. In this article, you'll see how Python's machine learning libraries can be used for customer churn prediction. Customer churn is a financial term that refers to the loss of a client or customer—that is, when a customer ceases to interact with a company or business. Similarly, the churn rate is the rate at which customers or clients are leaving a company within a specific period of time.

12 Python Tips and Tricks That Every Data Scientist Should Know

by Kateryna Koidan You already have some foundational knowledge of Python for data science. But do you write your code efficiently? Check out these tips and tricks to supercharge your Python skills. How to Write Efficient Python Code In this article, we'll take a look at some tricks that will help you write fast and efficient Python code. I'll start with how to optimize code that involves the pandas library. If you want to refresh your knowledge of pandas, check out our Introduction to Python for Data Science course.

New Course Launch: How to Read and Write CSV Files in Python

by LearnPython.com Team Another Python course is now available on LearnPython.com. "How to Read and Write CSV Files in Python" is an online course for anyone interested in working with files in Python—a must-have skill for any beginner software developer or data scientist! After the great success of our SQL courses, we began working hard on the Python learning path. So far, we've made five Python courses available, and we're proud to announce the release of yet another one: How to Read and Write CSV Files in Python!

Visualizing Time Series Data with the Python Pandas Library

by Usman Malik How can Python's pandas library be used to analyze time series data? Let's find out. The pandas library is frequently used to import, manage, and analyze datasets in a variety of formats. In this article, we'll use it to analyze Microsoft's stock prices for previous years. We'll also see how to perform basic tasks, such as time resampling and time shifting, with pandas. What is Time Series Data? Time series data contains values dependent on some sort of time unit.

How to Install the Python Spyder IDE and Run Scripts

by Dorota Wdzięczna One of the most popular Python IDEs is Spyder, which stands for Scientific PYthon Development EnviRonment. This Python tool is "designed by and for scientists, engineers and data analysts." But it's not just for professionals. In this article, we'll learn why the Spyder IDE is also an excellent tool for beginners. In this article, I'll: Show you how to install Spyder on Windows and Linux. Guide you in starting a project and creating your first Python script.

Regression Analysis in Python

by Usman Malik Regression analysis is one of the most fundamental tasks in data-oriented industries. In simple words, it involves finding a relationship between independent and dependent variables (attributes) in a given dataset. Consider the example of a house price prediction problem—given the size and number of bedrooms, we want to predict the price of a house. This is a simple regression problem where the size of the house and the number of bedrooms are the independent variables and the price of the house is the dependent variable.

Python Coding Best Practices and Style Guidelines

by Kateryna Koidan You've spent hours studying Python, and you may even have several successful projects in your portfolio. But do you write your Python code like a pro? Let's review some important guidelines to help you clean up your code. What Is the Pythonic Way of Writing Code? There are often several ways to do something in Python; naturally, some are better than others. But you should always prefer code that is not only syntactically correct but also in alignment with coding best practices and the way the language ought to be used.

Done with a Python Basics Course? Here's How to Write Python Code on Your Own Computer

by Dorota Wdzięczna Online Python courses help you acquire basic knowledge of working with Python. But how do you retain what you've learned and start writing Python code on your own? Nowadays, there are plenty of e-learning platforms for programming languages like Python. With these platforms, you can learn the fundamentals of the Python language: syntax, basic functions, and programming best practices. On platforms like LearnPython.com, for example, you don't need others tools to work through the content and can get your hands dirty with a language in a sandbox environment.

Lucky Thirteen Python Articles of 2018 for Beginners

by Dorota Wdzięczna If you have just started learning Python, now is a great time to develop your skills further. Nowadays it is not problem to find resources about Python on the internet, however, it can be difficult to find good materials to read for beginners. Therefore I decided to gather and share with you my "Lucky thirteen" articles on Python written in 2018. Top 3 LearnPython.com Articles for Beginners The LearnPython.

Python Jobs and Salaries

by Anuj Kumar Verma Python is a simple yet powerful programming language that's a must for beginners and advanced programmers alike. Here's why. High-level programming languages have one goal in mind: to make your life as a programmer easier. Messy syntax and obscure keywords? Forget about it. With languages like Python, you can get away with understanding just the basics of programming, enough to begin writing your own scripts and apps. And since Python developers are high in demand, Python is a great language to learn if you want to pursue a career in software development or big data.

Installing Python: How to start writing Python code

by Dorota Wdzięczna In this comprehensive beginner's guide, we'll look at how to install Python on three major operating systems, choose a Python IDE, and run your code. Would you like to start coding in Python but don't know where to begin? Maybe you've graduated from an online course like Python Basics and now are looking to continue your Python adventure on your own machine. But first, why Python? The answer is simple: Python is a very easy-to-learn and powerful programming language.

6 Benefits of Learning Python for Financial Experts

by Usman Malik An increasing number of fintech companies are using Python for data analysis. But what makes Python so special? And why is it a better language for data analysis compared to traditional software? Python is quickly becoming the most popular coding language in the world. Currently, it's perching comfortably in the fourth spot after Java, C, and C++ on the Tiobe Index of Language Popularity. And the Popularity of Programming Language Index ranks Python as the most popular programming language in the world in October 2018.

5 Best Python IDEs for Data Science

by Dorota Wdzięczna Python is a programming language frequently used by scientists and data analysts to build applications. Why? Because it's easy to use and has few rules. But simply installing Python isn't enough—you also need a good interactive development environment (IDE) to program in. So what are the best Python IDEs for data science? Let's find out! (Note: all IDEs presented here support Windows, macOS, and Linux.) 1. Enthought Canopy Enthought Canopy is one of the best Python IDEs for scientists and engineers.

How to Create Python Heat Maps for Marketing Campaigns

by Kateryna Koidan Heat maps are a great way to visualize patterns in data, but some businesses avoid them because creating them seems challenging and time consuming. Well, it's not. Do you know what the most popular programming language currently is? According to the PYPL Index, it's—you guessed it—Python. And our serpentine friend was also crowned the best programming language in 2018 by Linux Journal readers. Why all the buzz? Because Python is simple and easy to learn.

New Course Launch: Python Basics for Programming

by LearnPython.com Team The LearnPython.com Team has been working hard to release a brand-new course, and it's finally here! Python Basics for Programming is a great place to start for anyone aspiring to become a software developer. Since our SQL courses, the LearnPython.com platform has been embraced by thousands of students who are eager to learn new technologies. After releasing Intro to Python for Data Science last month, we asked ourselves: why not create another introductory Python course, but this time from a software developer's perspective?

New Course Launch: Intro to Python for Data Science (no IT background required)

by LearnPython.com Team Over the past three months, we've been working on something completely new. Please welcome our new course on Python data analysis! We got many emails from users like you with good feedback on Vertabelo Academy's Introduction to R course. So first, I want to start off with a big thank you—reading your wonderful comments was like a burst of energy! We're always looking to improve our offerings, and we greatly value your input.