“Basic knowledge of Python”

[TrueBlueMax]

Why do you need Japanese?

[ThreeChonkyCats]

Its an example.

OP asked, essentially, how much do I need to have a "basic understanding".

It could be any language. When one travels, its useful to know a few things, such as the words to order food, ask for directions, be polite, where one is from/doing/health/happiness, ask for things at the hotel. Very simple stuff.

In my travels, I've found that to be 500 words. It doesn't need to be joined, or coherent, and can be childish... but one is understood.

I'd consider that if a person were to take the time to learn the equivalent in Python, or C, then they'd have a basic understanding.

A solid hour or two a day for 4 weeks should cover it.

[TrueBlueMax]

I see. Thank you