Introduction to Programming with Python
In Person
Python is one of the most popular programming languages. It is an object-oriented programming language with a simple and elegant syntax. It is also very versatile and has a big community of users. It’s relatively easy to learn and it’s used in a variety of fields, from machine learning to text analysis. Thus, it is ideal for rapid prototyping and development of ideas and applications.
This course will introduce attendants to the basic concepts and features of Python. It is recommended that attendants have a Python interpreter and an IDE (e.g., using Anaconda to install Jupyter Notebook or via Google Colab) installed for hands-on experience (attendees will receive detailed instructions on how to do so prior to the course). The course will introduce many noteworthy features. The goal is to teach participants how to create simple Python programs and provide them with the autonomy and confidence required to progress independently.
After having taken this course, you will be able to attend more intermediate courses such as Introduction to Data Analysis in Python or Silent Disco: Introduction to Text Analysis.
This is a beginner level course. No previous knowledge on the topic is required/expected and the trainer will cover the basics of the method.
This course will be taught by Sarah Schöttler and Martin Disley.
After taking part in this event, you may decide that you need some further help in applying what you have learnt to your research. If so, you can book a Data Surgery meeting with one of our training fellows.
More details about Data Surgeries.
Those who have registered to take part will receive an email with full details on how to get ready for this course.
If you’re new to this training event format, or to CDCS training events in general, read more on what to expect from CDCS training. Here you will also find details of our cancellation and no-show policy, which applies to this event.
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Room 4.35, Edinburgh Futures Institute
This room is on Level 4, in the North East side of the building.
When you enter via the level 2 East entrance on Middle Meadow Walk, the room will be on the 4th floor straight ahead.
When you enter via the level 2 North entrance on Lauriston Place underneath the clock tower, the room will be on the 4th floor to your left.
When you enter via the level 0 South entrance on Porters Walk (opposite Tribe Yoga), the room will be on the 4th floor to your right.
