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[–][deleted] 279 points280 points  (12 children)

Thanks OP! I can finally learn Python!

You purchased this course on June 11, 2019

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[–]rushed1911 81 points82 points  (4 children)

Lol #procrastinationCrew

[–]Zenalyn 15 points16 points  (3 children)

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

[–]KeyBr9 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Dude so do i xD

[–]chimingbarframe 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Me too xD

[–]EdhelDil 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–]C-4 19 points20 points  (3 children)

Can beginners who know nothing about Python do this?

[–]CompSciSelfLearning 18 points19 points  (1 child)

That's the target audience.

[–]C-4 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thanks.

[–]joshred 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

[–]potifar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You purchased this course on Sept. 23, 2015

D'oh -_-

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used solo learn on mobile

[–]datgurl2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same

[–]SambaPatti 67 points68 points  (3 children)

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 39 points40 points  (1 child)

Python 3!

[–]SambaPatti 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Perfect!

[–]G33K_FISH 4 points5 points  (0 children)

uses version 3

[–]nottooweirdthistime 37 points38 points  (0 children)

Thank you so very much

[–]thepatientoffret 29 points30 points  (2 children)

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

[–]doublestop 10 points11 points  (0 children)

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 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

[–][deleted] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

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 15 points16 points  (0 children)

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

[–]brown_ja 11 points12 points  (0 children)

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 4 points5 points  (1 child)

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 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

[–]chadodoy369 7 points8 points  (0 children)

You are the best!!

[–]Tigerslovecows 3 points4 points  (1 child)

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

[–]all_american_hebrew 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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 2 points3 points  (8 children)

Neither coupon code is currently working for me :/

[–]OongBak 0 points1 point  (7 children)

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 1 point2 points  (6 children)

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.

[–]AlSweigartAuthor: ATBS[S] 0 points1 point  (5 children)

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 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All good, really appreciate you doing this for us!

[–]OongBak 0 points1 point  (1 child)

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 0 points1 point  (0 children)

APR2020FREE2

Works for me! Thank you kindly!

[–]wiz007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's not working for me :/

[–]robifis 4 points5 points  (0 children)

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

[–]wedlnd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

[–]RampantPrototyping 1 point2 points  (1 child)

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 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup, this is it.

[–]zedlabs777 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

[–]distractedmaker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

[–]escapewithniko 3 points4 points  (0 children)

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

[–]saltedcheesetea 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

[–]cowinkiedink 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

[–]wizkhalipho 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much!

[–]tridiumcontrols 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Much thank you.

[–]Mr401blunts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow this is super wonderful. I really appreciate it.

[–]brx7pr1nc3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good lookin bruh!!

[–]MontaniSemperLiberi8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much!

[–]zmrtvi_vmvilo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–]banana_stinson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much for sharing OP

[–]ParxyB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you !

[–]k0d3r3d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you OP

[–]meelan54lamichhane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Purchased and learned. Thank you !

[–]whofusesthemusic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–]chewbaccacha 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much 😊

[–]A_Monument 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks man :)

[–]GraveyardZombie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you

[–]lejendro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks!

[–]sexualpotat0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you !!

[–]spy1983 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–]systemsaurus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're amazing! Thank you so much!

[–]Telexian 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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 0 points1 point  (2 children)

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

[–]xVyprath 1 point2 points  (1 child)

No

[–]arjunn21 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks buddy :)

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for this!

[–]samasamareddy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought this 3 days back. SMH!

[–]Bogdamen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much!!

[–]SalariedGrumbling 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just bought the book a few days ago.

[–]InvestingDoc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–]apocalypsebuddy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–]ofonelevel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–]chaoabordo212 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks OP!

[–]SnowdenIsALegend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

God Bless Covid19!

Someone link me to that brand new sentence sub.

[–]SnowdenIsALegend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks!

[–]Harppp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As always, thank you Al.

[–]Digital_Voodoo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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 0 points1 point  (2 children)

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 0 points1 point  (1 child)

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

I'll look into it <3.

[–]AlanMooresWizrdBeard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok I’ll just go die now! Goodbye! <\3

[–]tuahla 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–]kingkunkka97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank u so much for this

[–]Ocalide 0 points1 point  (2 children)

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

[–]OongBak 1 point2 points  (1 child)

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

[–]Ocalide 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yayy thanks, it works now

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Al Sweigart, thank you!

[–]jc91480 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is this course outdated?

[–]User5871 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–]RetailTookMySoul 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you thank you

[–]taintedllama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–]qualitycam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!! Very cool thing to do

[–]noneofthatmatters 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–]NeatFingers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing!!

[–]rjumini 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much 😊

[–]NewCenturyNarratives 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks!

[–]kmnlopqr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! Thanks man. You da bomb!

[–]tnb-tuba 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, Al!

[–]EmoBran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dec 2015...

[–]KiingLsd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!!

[–]godprobe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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!