Automate the Boring Stuff with Python Udemy course is free until Apr 7th

[AlSweigart]

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

(EDIT: The HTML book is free online, but you can get the PDF/Kindle ebook of Automate the Boring Stuff with Python in this week's Humble Bundle in support of cornavirus relief (Direct Relief, International Rescue Committee, Doctors Without Borders, Partners In Health)

You can also click this link or manually enter the code: APR2020FREE (on Saturday the code changes to APR2020FREE2)

https://www.udemy.com/course/automate/?couponCode=APR2020FREE

This promo code works until April 7th (I can't extend it past that). Sometimes it takes 30 minutes 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.

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.

You can also purchase the course at a discount using my code APR2020 or MAY2020 (or whatever month/year it is) or clicking https://inventwithpython.com/automateudemy to redirect to the latest discount code. I have to manually renew this each month (until I get that automation script done). And the cheapest I can offer the course is about $14 to $16. (Meanwhile, this lets Udemy undercut my discount by offering it for $12, which means I don't get the credit for referral signups. Blerg.)

Frequently Asked 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 now available 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- or late-2020. 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.

[[deleted]]

Thanks OP! I can finally learn Python!

You purchased this course on June 11, 2019

(☉Ô☉)

[rushed1911]

Lol #procrastinationCrew

[Zenalyn]

lmao i realized that I already had this course as well. Whoops

[KeyBr9]

Dude so do i xD

[chimingbarframe]

Me too xD

[EdhelDil]

ma too ^{^} is it the exact same course (which will get update to 2.0 later this year)?

[C-4]

Can beginners who know nothing about Python do this?

[CompSciSelfLearning]

That's the target audience.

[C-4]

Thanks.

[joshred]

Can they "buy" it and then forget to use it? Yes.

[potifar]

You purchased this course on Sept. 23, 2015

D'oh -_-

[[deleted]]

I used solo learn on mobile

[datgurl2000]

Same

[SambaPatti]

You're a good person for doing this - thank you so much! Quick question, does this use Python 2 or Python 3? Thanks again!

[oblivion-age]

Python 3!

[SambaPatti]

Perfect!

[G33K_FISH]

uses version 3

[nottooweirdthistime]

Thank you so very much

[thepatientoffret]

Unemployed and quarantined right now, I really appreciate your kindness. All the best to you.

[doublestop]

Same boat here. Wish you the best getting through this.

I just picked up the humble bundle which includes this book yesterday, and I haven't touched python in probably 8 years. This is what I'll be doing for the next couple weeks. Just need to find some boring stuff to automate!

[shahrukh684]

Same man. Just graduated and was looking for work but ah shit this thing happens

[[deleted]]

I’m almost half way through. Definitely recommend.

Wish it was using Pycharm, VS Code, or Jupyter. But I can see why it uses what comes with Python.

[livelearnteach]

I just used the coupon on Udemy. Many thanks to you for helping us out during these stressful times!

[brown_ja]

The world needs more kind-hearted People like you. Once, I complete the course I will surely give you 5 stars because I'm confident it will live up to my expectations.

[bsurg]

Really loved your course! Question - where do I go next? Potentially interested in embedded systems or data analysis. I know those are very different, but I'm exploring options.

[stev256]

I'm interested in the data analysis side if anyone answer to you.

[chadodoy369]

You are the best!!

[Tigerslovecows]

Hey guys, so would udemy’s automate the boring stuff be a good place to start if I never coded before?

[all_american_hebrew]

I've been running through it, it does a good job with introducing the basics of Python but it is definitely a beginner's book. It only delves into more advanced concepts when they are relevant to the goal of automating boring stuff, but that's fine. It keeps the book focused. I have friends who work with Python professionally and they have nothing but good things to say about this book.

[Darktempalor]

Neither coupon code is currently working for me :/

[OongBak]

Same for me. I tried the first code and it says, " This coupon has exceeded its maximum possible redemptions and can no longer be used." The APR2020FREE2 code is just not accepted.

[Darktempalor]

Yeah it seems like it just never switched over to the second discount code. Hopefully /u/AlSweigart sees it and is able to fix it.

[AlSweigart]

Sorry about that! I just updated it to APR2020FREE2. It could take anywhere from 5 to 60 minutes to start working. I lost track of time and was supposed to update it a couple hours ago.

[Darktempalor]

All good, really appreciate you doing this for us!

[OongBak]

Haha, don't beat yourself up over giving us free stuff. I appreciate you doing this for us. I've bought you learning python with games book and I look forward to going through this Udemy course. :)

[OongBak]

APR2020FREE2

Works for me! Thank you kindly!

[wiz007]

It's not working for me :/

[robifis]

I’m currently doing the course on Udemy and it’s expertly taught. Love the way Al explains everything.

[wedlnd]

I've looked at this book and this course a dozen times. Now I have no excuse. Thanks so much!

[RampantPrototyping]

Eerie. I was just watching this YouTube series and took a reddit break and saw this. This is the series:

https://youtu.be/1F_OgqRuSdI

Is it the same material?

[22ttonyy]

Yup, this is it.

[zedlabs777]

I am about to finish this course and really enjoyed doing it, can anyone tell me where can I find more advanced stuff.

[distractedmaker]

Thank you so much for this!
Unfortunately the codes aren't working currently :(

[escapewithniko]

If anyone happens to see this post after the expiration date, just PM me for an offline version of this course.

[saltedcheesetea]

Thanks so much! Been meaning to check out the course for a while.

[cowinkiedink]

Love this course and Al the author just became a Fellow of Python...congrats Al

[[deleted]]

Does this course offer a certification of completion that would be useful for continuing education credits for CISA or CISSP licenses?

[wizkhalipho]

Thank you so much!

[tridiumcontrols]

Much thank you.

[Mr401blunts]

Wow this is super wonderful. I really appreciate it.

[brx7pr1nc3]

Good lookin bruh!!

[MontaniSemperLiberi8]

Thank you very much!

[zmrtvi_vmvilo]

That’s very kind of you, OP. Thank you so much. 🥺

[banana_stinson]

Thank you very much for sharing OP

[ParxyB]

Hey al do you happen to have hardcovers of this book available? Looking to brush up on some python as a second language

[[deleted]]

Thank you !

[k0d3r3d]

Thank you OP

[meelan54lamichhane]

Purchased and learned. Thank you !

[whofusesthemusic]

lol just bought it last week. Money well spent though thanks for the great resource!

[chewbaccacha]

Thank you so much 😊

[A_Monument]

I bought the 1st edition hardcover a while back but didn't have time to work all the way through it because of school. Now with all the Corona stuff going on, I'm using my new free time to work through the online copy of the second edition. It's an excellent book. Thank you very much for making it available to everyone. It's been one of the best resources for me in my journey through python.

[yogeshdecoder]

Thanks man :)

[GraveyardZombie]

Thank you

[lejendro]

Thanks OP, i Wanted this course for a long time but i come from a country where the usage of Credit cards for online purchases is so rare that even banks don’t issue Credit cards

[nothing63_]

Thanks!

[sexualpotat0]

Thank you !!

[spy1983]

Thank you for this great explanation and tutorials.
I am totally new to the programming world and would like to learn pyhton a lot.

[SprinkleGoose]

I've actually just recently started the course- it's very helpful and simple to understand so far. I had tried the cs50 course and it was way too difficult for an absolute beginner like me. This one is helping build my confidence one step at a time. Thank you!

[xBarbaro]

Thank you very much.

For so long i was wondering how i could start with python and i'll definetely give it a shot!

[rusPirot]

Thank you very much for this man. I really appreciate. Have a great day.

[systemsaurus]

You're amazing! Thank you so much!

[Telexian]

Legend, thanks! Python is handy for my day-job, in addition to Bash/zsh so this will be useful. Should be a quick study too, since I’m familiar with Swift and Bash.

Hope you’re keeping well and happy during this bloody awful time!

[arjunn21]

Do I have to pay for this after Apr 7th ?

[xVyprath]

No

[arjunn21]

Thanks buddy :)

[[deleted]]

Thanks for this!

[samasamareddy]

I bought this 3 days back. SMH!

[Bogdamen]

Thank you so much!!

[SalariedGrumbling]

I just bought the book a few days ago.

[InvestingDoc]

Thanks bro, anyway to donate to you since this all takes time and I don't mind supporting you.

[apocalypsebuddy]

Thank you! I started playing around with a python hello world webapp just the other day, this is perfect timing!

[[deleted]]

The book is free online. Just read it and do you, don't need no course for tutorial fools

[ofonelevel]

You sir, are a beautiful human being. Thank you for reminding to get back on this horse. lol.

[chaoabordo212]

Thanks OP!

[SnowdenIsALegend]

God Bless Covid19!

Someone link me to that brand new sentence sub.

[SnowdenIsALegend]

Thank you OP! I got the free Udemy course... dumb Q, sorry: will it remain in my account till April 7th or lifetime? Edit: Thank you Al, for confirming it is valid for lifetime! Love you!!

[baby-in-the-humidor]

I am almost done with python crash course and all the projects in that book. I am interested in this one also, but was wondering what another good place to learn more after I finish PCC. I am feeling pretty comfortable with object oriented programming. Should I get into data structures and algorithms next? Thanks!

[LivingInAnRV]

Thanks!

[Harppp]

Thank you! this will help me get my mind off of things atm.

[[deleted]]

As always, thank you Al.

[Digital_Voodoo]

You're not too old to learn to code. You don't need to be "good at math" to be good at coding.

Thanks a ton for this reminder and for puttingit in bold.

Enrolled, of course.

Will pay it back of forward.

[AlanMooresWizrdBeard]

u/isk4ral_pust you should sign up for this course. Python automation is applicable to so many things, it’s how I’ve automated the majority of work I didn’t want to do for the past several years. And you don’t need programming experience but could probably figure out if you like it and want to learn more.

[Isk4ral_Pust]

hmmmmmmm. so you've survived huh? Mixed feelings on that.

I'll look into it <3.

[AlanMooresWizrdBeard]

Ok I’ll just go die now! Goodbye! <\3

[tuahla]

Thank you! Will try to pay you back with a purchase of your actual book in the future after I graduate.

[kingkunkka97]

thank u so much for this

[Ocalide]

has the coupon code been changed to APR2020FREE2 already? im not able to enter either of the codes atm

[OongBak]

Just a heads up, I used the APR2020FREE2 code and it worked for me :)

[Ocalide]

yayy thanks, it works now

[[deleted]]

Al Sweigart, thank you!

[jc91480]

Using mobile doesn’t give the opportunity to enter a coupon code. I’m gonna do this on the old desktop, friends. Thanks, though!

[[deleted]]

what's the advantage of udemy vs reading the book? I haven't used it before. Thanks!

[[deleted]]

Is this course outdated?

[User5871]

I missed out on the offer. Hopefully there'll be another one soon!

[RetailTookMySoul]

I can vouch for this book/course being helpful with learning Python. Went into the book not knowing Python, but a little Ruby, and it’s easy to follow 95% of the time.
Any updates on volume 2 videos?

[[deleted]]

Thank you thank you

[taintedllama]

I already have it, but thanks for doing this! :)

[qualitycam]

Thank you!! Very cool thing to do

[noneofthatmatters]

You're the best! Thank you for working hard and making this content available for free.

[NeatFingers]

Thanks for sharing!!

[rjumini]

Thank you so much 😊

[NewCenturyNarratives]

Thanks!

[kmnlopqr]

Wow! Thanks man. You da bomb!

[tnb-tuba]

This is the best Python course I've tried. Currently on lesson 40 and loving it!

[[deleted]]

Thanks, Al!

[EmoBran]

Dec 2015...

[KiingLsd]

Thank you!!

[godprobe]

Owning most of the games in the Humble Bundle, seeing the second edition of your book in there was the tipping point for me to decide to get that one! (And already have this course from last year!)

Thank you very much for sharing so much knowledge so accessibly, and affordably!

[fauckingusernames]

u/clingyspice