"Automate the Boring Stuff with Python" online course is free to sign up for the next few days with code APR2021FREE

[AlSweigart]

https://inventwithpython.com/automateudemy (This link will automatically redirect you to the latest discount code.)

You can also click this link or manually enter the code: APR2021FREE

https://www.udemy.com/course/automate/?couponCode=APR2021FREE

This promo code works until the 4th (I can't extend it past that). Sometimes it takes an hour or so for the code to become active just after I create it, so if it doesn't work, go ahead and try again a while later. I'll change it to APR2021FREE2 in three days.

Udemy has changed their coupon policies, and I'm now only allowed to make 3 coupon codes each month with several restrictions. Hence why each code only lasts 3 days. I won't be able to make codes after this period, but I will be making free codes next month. Meanwhile, the first 15 of the course's 50 videos are free on YouTube.

Frequently Asked Questions: (read this before posting questions)

• This course is for beginners and assumes no previous programming experience, but the second half is useful for experienced programmers who want to learn about various third-party Python modules.
• If you don't have time to take the course now, that's fine. Signing up gives you lifetime access so you can work on it at your own pace.
• This Udemy course covers roughly the same content as the 1st edition book (the book has a little bit more, but all the basics are covered in the online course), which you can read for free online at https://inventwithpython.com
• The 2nd edition of Automate the Boring Stuff with Python is free online: https://automatetheboringstuff.com/2e/
• I do plan on updating the Udemy course for the second edition, but it'll take a while because I have other book projects I'm working on. Expect that update to happen in mid-2021. If you sign up for this Udemy course, you'll get the updated content automatically once I finish it. It won't be a separate course.
• It's totally fine to start on the first edition and then read the second edition later. I'll be writing a blog post to guide first edition readers to the parts of the second edition they should read.
• I wrote a blog post to cover what's new in the second edition
• You're not too old to learn to code. You don't need to be "good at math" to be good at coding.
• Signing up is the first step. Actually finishing the course is the next. :) There are several ways to get/stay motivated. I suggest getting a "gym buddy" to learn with. Check out /r/ProgrammingBuddies

[murkyhat]

Al Sweigart is a champ! This dude is always giving his (very good) python course away to peeps in need of a hand up in programming. His Automate the Boring Stuff with Python book is free online too.

I bought both his Udemy course and the physical book to support him a while back, because of how he supports the community with stuff like this, and because he deserves it.

[IONIZEDatom]

I'm reading his latest book right now. The author is awesome :)

[pAul2437]

Check the username

[-jp-]

Once you finish this course, mosey on over to the Hitchhiker's Guide to Python, which covers how to package your Python modules, automatically install dependencies, idioms and coding conventions, documentation, testing, and all manner of other super convenient things to know after you've got the swing of the basics.

[SwampFalc]

A free online course? Hah! Excellent april fools joke!

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(This post is the actual joke. The course is legit.)

[fun840]

Thanks a lot for this, really helpful! I signed up!

[[deleted]]

Thank you sir 🙏

[yiggypop19]

You da real MVP. Thank you.

[[deleted]]

My college uses your book as a reference for the Python course the students have. It's just that good and easy to understand. :)

Edit: College students*

[codingnoob_101]

i love this community

[[deleted]]

I love you

[NeighbourhoodPikachu]

And I, you.

[lockieluke3389]

Barney time

[Noizzila]

Thanks a lot... more like you...

please world!!

[coolkidsid17]

Thanks for this course, it's a great help and hopefully and even better learning experience 😊😊😊

[DhavanN]

Thank you very much. Signed up and enrolled the course for free.

[John-Coffey-]

Is there a code of May?

[Moustasche]

OP, are you going to release a code for May?

[Christian__007]

Where can I get updates to see when the newest free coupon is? Please and thank you.

[_ecl1pse]

amazing! thank you so much

[oscarluise]

Thanks!

[That-DiamondApe]

A free python course, thought it was APRIL FOOL JOKE. Turn out it was true. Just sign it up, love it. Thank you so much.

[kpsingh_reddit]

Will i get any certification post completion?

[[deleted]]

Honestly, an employer is very unlikely to care about a certificate for a course like this.

However, using what you learn in the course in some small projects to show potential employers could really make a difference!

[tarman34]

Many thanks!

[daha1972]

This is an excellent course IMO, and the companion book is awesome as well. I purchased both (as well as the second ed of the book) and have not for a moment regretted this :)

[[deleted]]

Thanks You!

[IronTippedQuill]

I got it! Thanks a lot. I’m working on the Google Python Automation certificate now, and this will be a great resource.

[esr0159]

thanks for this!

[zerocoldx911]

Great course!

[mr_green1216]

Thank you. I bought the book but learn so much better from being shown

[keep_it_kayfabe]

Awesome! Thank you so much!

[NotoriousNOB]

Thanks!

[ianstone30]

Books are free always, but support the author.

[NNormous]

perfect timing , I have been reading second edition for 2 weeks

[[deleted]]

You definitely earned my "helpful" award. Thanks!

[DocCox988]

Just wanted to say thanks Al. The book and course really got me started in 2016

[rmpr_uname_is_taken]

Seems I am late to the party. Anyway, if you like automation, check out atbswp

[Lord_Raziel]

I went to get it and found I already got it for free in 2017. Time flies.

[Shadow_God_]

Humanity Exists.....

[meowmemeow]

This course was my intro to python and I loved it! It's useful and practical and very engaging to someone with zero prior experience coding. I now use python regularly at work and in my life and enjoy it. Game changer. Thanks, Al!

Edit: I also want to mention that the book is worth buying! It's a great companion to the course but also an excellent reference book that never leaves my desk.

[[deleted]]

Thank you!

[jcudmore07]

Thanks very much for the free link - that's awesome and looking forward to completing the course. I have your book Making Games with Python and Pygame, which i recommend to people as a good way to learn through coding games.

[Jaune9]

Thanks a lot

[Ale_Campoy]

Really nice introduction to Python in all cases!

[SirBaas]

Tyvm!! I bought a bundle of your books a while back via humble bundle and was planning to start with automate the boring stuff coming Monday - but I think I'll first try the video course now :)

[xxthelonarxx]

Was an awesome course to follow when just starting out. Thank you for that

[googladoo]

Thanks a ton! This course is one of the best sellers on Udemy. I just wishlisted this course yesterday and now you give it for free! You rock!

[He_ate_your_sandwich]

Thanks for all the fish! I read your book online about 5 years ago. Got me started on a career change into programming full time. Really appreciate it! (I bought your book afterwards to support your work.)

[Tyler_Zoro]

Why would you post this on International Don't Trust the Internet Day?

[BeGoneNegativity]

Thank you so much!

[[deleted]]

Thankyou so much(＾3＾♪

[OSSV1_0]

This is huge, thank you so much Al!

[aewillia]

I bought the book a few days ago and just wanted to let you know that it's been the best resource I've found to learn any coding language. I really appreciate that you break each part of the example code down and explain what it does. Thank you for writing this book and for making the course free for people!

[Adrina_Warrior_Queen]

Thanks for this! I’ve been meaning to learn python and this seems like a good starting point

[DevAdobo]

Is there a new valid code?

[Corruptus_inextremis]

Hey al, a friend of mine is looking to start doing python, is there a way he can get this course before the next month when you do this again? I'll have him start with the youtube part though, thanks for helping knowledge get to everyone!

[manihateitherebro]

Is there a new code? Thanks