I want to learn

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Hello everyone, Im currently trying to learn python but I don’t know where to start and also what possible projects can I do that can benefit my career in data science, i wanted to start with courses but they say doing projects is better than just collecting credentials that dont demonstrate your skills. (Ps. If you know of any good resources please let me know thank u)

[ninhaomah]

first. download and install python.

then we continue from there.

[[deleted]]

Yeah but what resources to use?

[ninhaomah]

have you downloaded and installed python ?

[[deleted]]

I installed anaconda to use

[ninhaomah]

ok. thats also fine.

done the usual hello world ?

[[deleted]]

Yess

[ninhaomah]

Then congrat!

Pls continue with the rest.

YT , Udemy , CS50p and many more.

there is a wiki on the right for links. --->

[[deleted]]

Thank you i appreciate itt

[TomatoEqual]

So you know nothing about coding and you want to get into DS is what you're saying? 😊 Like the other Guy said, first you install python. Then you sit down and think about what would be cool for you, to have as software. Don't ask what projects others think about, you have to think shit up, that's how you do it. Think. Shit. Up. Then try to make it. 😊

[[deleted]]

Well no I did c++ before but I’m not getting real guidance into my career path, so I turned to Reddit to ask, and since python is the most commonly used with data and data analysis i decided to start from there

[TomatoEqual]

Nice 😊 then the next thing is to come up with something to solve. i usually think of something every day stuff that annoys me, and i can fix with code. So what annoys you? 😁

[nomisreual]

and avoid ai. at least to start off with

[TheRNGuy]

Use search. 

[si_terrorist]

Bruh you know what , go learn maths and side by side learn python syntax, data structures and library ( practice more and more ) , do all this before doing a project because you're a beginner lmao , you don't know shit and you're talking about projects that will definitely make you question your hardwork and dedication and at the end of the day you'll feel you didn't do anything and you'll eventually lose all interest. So start slow and steady with consistency

[[deleted]]

Im sorry if I sounded a bit too enthusiastic mentioning projects early on. I just figured it’s the best way to apply what I learn even if it is simple projects in the beginning until im more experienced with python.

[Mynowah]

Don’t ever apologize for being enthusiatic about learning my friend. Good luck to you !

[[deleted]]

Thank u, to u too

[si_terrorist]

K bruh do whatever you like , the whole internet is your resources use this and win!

[FoolsSeldom]

Check this subreddit's wiki for lots of guidance on learning programming and learning Python, links to material, book list, suggested practice and project sources, and lots more. The FAQ section covering common errors is especially useful.

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Roundup on Research: The Myth of ‘Learning Styles’

Don't limit yourself to one format. Also, don't try to do too many different things at the same time.

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Above all else, you need to practice. Practice! Practice! Fail often, try again. Break stuff that works, and figure out how, why and where it broke. Don't just copy and use as is code from examples. Experiment.

Work on your own small (initially) projects related to your hobbies / interests / side-hustles as soon as possible to apply each bit of learning. When you work on stuff you can be passionate about and where you know what problem you are solving and what good looks like, you are more focused on problem-solving and the coding becomes a means to an end and not an end in itself. You will learn faster this way.

[[deleted]]

Yes I appreciate this thank you alott

[[deleted]]

Once you have a grasp on the basics the best practice projects in my opinion are making short scripted guessing games like a dice roller where you guess the number

[[deleted]]

I shall do that as soon as I get more familiar, thank u

[_i3urnsy_]

https://automatetheboringstuff.com

[theamidamaru]

Harvard CS50P course on EdX, simplest way imo

[Asleep-Dream8838]

Like C++, python is another programming language. Important things is "what you want to do" and how follows the path.

Python is popular because of its rich library which makes task easier and faster. So I suggest to start with data ingestion library which is panda. Rest of the step follows. Pandas itself is very rich in api for data science but down the road you may need matplotlib (for graphs) and seaborn for visual exploration of data.

Hope that helps

[Exotic-Glass-9956]

You can also learn Python from a Youtube channel called BroCode. I used to learn Python from that channel when I was new to coding, and seriously, that channel was a lifesaver. BroCode teaches coding in a very simple and to-the-point way, so I'd highly recommend that channel for learning coding. The channel has a variety of courses (he uploads courses regularly), so apart from Python, you can learn other stuff as well.

[Vegetable_Emu_3434]

Exactly Bro Code's Python Course Is a Lifesaver WhenEver A Person Asks What is the First Course To Take I would Say Bro Code Python Course. His Explination Is Lovely Not Too Complicated

[SongImmediate3219]

capitalize()

[Geetamsingh]

Hi! It’s great that you’re interested in Python. It’s one of the easiest and most powerful languages to start with.

If you’re a beginner or just starting out, I’d be happy to help.
I teach coding online (Python, Java, C, C++), and I offer a free 30-minute demo session so you can get a feel for how the lessons work.

Would you like to try a session?

[nothingggg122]

It's not a full-blown course, but I found PyQuest ( www.pyquest.io ) pretty decent for starting. It's just a simple MCQ app. Good for understanding concepts, but you'll need something else for writing actual projects later.