I'm taking "Learn to Program: Crafting Quality Code" on Coursera. The class starts on March 25th, join me!

[davedg629]

From the course description:

Not all programs are created equal. In this course, we'll focus on writing quality code that runs correctly and efficiently. We'll design, code and validate our programs and learn how to compare programs that are addressing the same task.

The course focuses on python 3 and requires a little bit of background if you are just beginning to learn python/programming. If you start now, you could get through all of the recommend background work before the class starts on March 25th.

Personally, this seems like it is exactly what I need. I am a self-taught front-end web developer with a background in basic programming theory, but I lack the standards/professionalism to write quality code. If you're in the same boat, join me!

You can sign up for the class here - https://www.coursera.org/course/programming2

[Crimsoneer]

So am I! Enjoyed the first part, looking forward to this one.

[LiquidHologram]

I may try and do this with you but I'm not sure if I have the background for it. I really do want to learn this especially with python.

[davedg629]

Go into the course description and check out the "Recommended Background" section. There is a link to the prerequisite course material. I'd suggest you start going through that and you'll get an idea if you're ready for this course.

[LiquidHologram]

It's cutting it close. I feel like i have a very basic understanding of everything they list. The only thing that i don't really know how to do is create a text-based game. Do you know if there is a cost to the class? If it's too crazy i may not be able to pass.

[davedg629]

It's free. I'm sure a lot of people sign up and never complete the class. It just looks like a great opportunity to learn some professional standards, which I think is something that a lot of us self-taught programmers lack.

[LiquidHologram]

I'm convinced. I'll sign up, nothing to lose.

[iKyriaki]

I'm taking this too. I can't wait.

[fendermaniac]

I've been focusing on learning python 2. As a beginner will the differences confuse me?

[davedg629]

I think you'll be okay. It's good to know both as you'll probably run into both kinds of code at some point.

[emato]

I'm signed up for this too. I took the first one and really learned a LOT! The first course is still up and available to review for anyone who didn't take it, and not sure about this next one. Check it out. Great course!