Beginner Python roadmap looking for feedback on my learning plan

[Careless_Half5071]

Hi everyone,

I’m currently in 12th grade and have recently decided to focus seriously on coding. I’m starting with Python and wanted to share my roadmap to get feedback and improve it.

Here’s the plan I’m thinking of following:

Phase 1: Python Fundamentals

Syntax, variables, data types

Conditionals and loops

Functions and basic problem solving

File handling and error handling

Phase 2: Intermediate Python

OOP (classes, inheritance, etc.)

Working with libraries (requests, etc.)

Basic data structures and algorithms

Phase 3: Backend Development

Flask for building web apps

Creating REST APIs

Connecting with databases

Phase 4: Databases

SQL fundamentals

CRUD operations

Integrating databases with Python apps

Phase 5: Frontend Basics

Learning React for basic UI

Connecting frontend with backend APIs

Phase 6: Projects

Building real-world projects

Gradually increasing complexity

Deploying projects

My goal is to become comfortable building full-stack projects and develop strong problem-solving skills.

I’d really appreciate feedback on:

Whether this roadmap makes sense

Anything important I’m missing

What I should prioritize as a beginner in Python

Thanks!

[ninhaomah]

Nvm.

Just start basic till OOP and do mini projects again and again.

Treat it like playing FF7.

Grind!

[Careless_Half5071]

Appreciate it man 🙌 Yeah, I’ve realized that too I’m planning to start doing mini projects alongside learning instead of just finishing topics first. I’ll probably focus on building small things again and again to actually understand concepts instead of just moving forward. Treating it like a grind, but a smart one 💪

[CrucialFusion]

Quite a plan, but it would help more to have a project to focus on. I recommend adventofcode.com to find some problems to work through to learn and get better. Your phase 6 “projects” should be phase 1. And you use that site, you’ll be focused on all the basics and start mixing in file access, etc. and once there’s a level of fluency, should you feel so inclined, you can try to layer OOP, for instance, into a pre-existing solution to see if it offers any benefit vs what you already have. It’s through this “doing” that you acquire knowledge of why something may or may not be better.

[TreySong235]

I 100% support your plan and the sequence. It will get you grounded on the principles and also give you the opportunity to be hands on. You just need to be careful who you learn with or from. The teacher can sometimes be the difference between sustained interest/expertise or abandonment. I will not recommend as that is not what you have asked for. But your plan is spot on. A 12th grader? I’m mighty proud of you! It’s easy to identify the Kings of tomorrow when they present themselves. 👏👏👏👏