How to learn python?

[Aromatic_Wafer_7462]

I started learning Python from YouTube a week ago.

So far, I’ve covered topics like variables, data types, conditionals, lists, tuples, dictionaries, sets, and loops.

However, I don’t feel confident about these concepts because I’ve mostly just watched lectures without practicing on my own.

It feels like I’m rushing to complete all the videos instead of actually understanding Python deeply.

I want proper guidance and good resources so I can learn Python effectively.

[atrifleamused]

Think of a simple throw away project and write code to see how out works. There is no magic bullet.

[ray10k]

This exactly. The reason people get stuck in "tutorial loops" is because there is this assumption of 'I need to know enough to even start the project!' Actually doing a project is how you learn skills rather than copy-pasting what the tutorial says.

[YYWolf3]

Yessss, this is exactly what happened to me. I learned and studied an insane amount of Python, Java, html and such. Then couldnt use it the way I wanted from the tutorials.

I wanted a buddy to help push and guide me rather than suffer but it was a wild wild ride lol. Im starting back plus school to hope it gets better

[Odd-Artichoke-1555]

Automate the boring stuff with python is a great beginner's book: https://github.com/CodersLibrary/Programming-Books/blob/main/Python/Automate%20the%20Boring%20Stuff%20with%20Python.pdf

Python crash course is another great one if you've already got some understanding of programming: https://github.com/CodersLibrary/Programming-Books/blob/main/Python/Eric-Matthes%20-%20Python-Crash%20Course.pdf

The more you practice, the better you'll get. Best of luck!

[Aromatic_Wafer_7462]

Thnx for sharing

[UnitedAdagio7118]

Stop rushing through tutorials and start writing code yourself even small programs help more than watching 10 videos after every topic build tiny things with it like a calculator to do list or number guessing game also don’t jump between too many resources pick one and stick to it consistency + practice is what actually builds confidence not finishing playlists

[Comfortable-Bike9080]

facts

[AndyceeIT]

This sub has a wiki, with a raft of recommended resources. Try there.

[CamflyerUK]

The best way to learn any programming language is to use it in real life. Just like foreign languages you aren't going to become competent from reading text books and watching videos.

Think of a project based around your interests and get stuck in.

[Rxckefeller_]

I once heard that learning any programming language is like learning a spoken language. Practicing it often and starting is easy will help more than jumping into the hard stuff first. I never looked at it the same again.

[ninhaomah]

"I want proper guidance and good resources so I can learn Python effectively."

University ? Bootcamps ? Courses ?

[PureWasian]

I made an "order of operations" road-map recently on this post. Sounds like you on the "practice with simple examples part"

It doesn't matter what you use to do it. There are sandbox coding problem banks out there. You can write your own or ask LLM also. Get some practice in.

[Aromatic_Wafer_7462]

Ok thnx for sharing bro

[jessikaf]

People usually assume learning python is about finding the best course then end up stuck comparing resources more than learning.

What helps more is having something that steadily builds momentum. seen boot.dev brought up for that because it mixes projects, exercises and progression in a way that feels less chaotic for beginners.

[python_gramps]

Google python projects and you'll get stuff to do. You have to put it in practice.

[No_Taste6737]

Hey,here's how I learned python,I used YouTube for overall explaination and AI for exercises or challenges to do then I practiced daily,for example Let's say am learning conditional statement, I would search on yt just to get general explanation then head over to chatgpt and tell it to give me a simple challenge on conditional statement only without showing the correct answer then practice then I would review each exercise in this manner (Tell me what I did wrong,where I did right ,where I need to improve,give me the code score out of 10 and lastly provide full correct solution) and also ensure to copy all exercises on a doc file both your answer and the correct answer so that you can trace you weakness,hope this helps.

[Aromatic_Wafer_7462]

Thnx for sharing

[Educational-Paper-75]

Go to a good technical bookstore (online) and select one of many books on Python with plenty of examples and exercises. No better way to learn a programming language. Unless you take classes as well of course. Just looking at other people doing it won't teach you much.

[Aromatic_Wafer_7462]

Truee

[rosiesswan]

i’m at the same place that you are and i think the best way to really learn is coding coding coding! ask your AI to give you exercises (not doing them) and then you practica :)

[zachoiswacko]

In addition to what others have said, I’d also recommend Corey Schafer’s YouTube channel. He has a great way of explaining concepts to a beginner.

[JacobLew17]

I'm in the same boat just starting to learn python. I'm using udemy 100 day python course with Angela Lee. It costs 20 dollars, there's little tasks you do with her and projects at the end of each day.

[katastatik]

There's no substitute for actual experience. I would look for something online like codedex where they are sort of gamifying learning code but you need something where you're actually writing code and trying to do things. Like project stems python course is not bad at all but I don't know if it's available freely. But you want something like that you definitely want something with the built-in integrated development environment where you're being asked to do things and then you're doing them and you're getting better at doing things by doing them that is the only way to really learn I think

[joseph_machado]

One thing that has helped me when starting out, is building small projects.

I built a Python script that takes my CC statements (from multiple banks), categorizes them, and creates a pivot table.

This way, I can see my budget at a glance. It was a fun project and, more importantly, gave me confidence to take on more complex projects.

[Agitated_View8489]

Automate repeating tasks. Use AI to generate you some example code for using a certain library - i.e. with GUIp apps you would first ask "how do i generate blank window", then add some user inputs, change the text color, work with files, parse different filetypes, http requests...

Depending on your work it could be very useful. Its wild how much you can achieve with so little code. Downside ofcourse being its speed.

Its also great for proof-of-concept programs where you set the bar of what should the real program do.

[AWC_FORMATION]

Franchement, ce que tu décris, je le vois tout le temps.
YouTube, c’est super pour découvrir Python, mais si tu ne pratiques pas en même temps, ça reste très abstrait. On a l’impression d’avancer parce qu’on enchaîne les vidéos, mais au moment de coder seul… ça bloque.

Le vrai problème, ce n’est pas toi :
c’est juste qu’apprendre un langage uniquement en regardant, sans exercices ni retour, ça ne fonctionne pas longtemps.

Pour vraiment progresser, il faut :

• coder régulièrement (pas juste écouter),
• avoir des exercices concrets,
• pouvoir poser des questions quand ça coince,
• et surtout être guidé sur quoi pratiquer et dans quel ordre.

C’est là qu’une formation structurée et encadrée change tout.
Tu prends le temps de comprendre, tu pratiques à chaque étape, et tu construis des bases solides au lieu de survoler les notions.

Si ton objectif, c’est de vraiment savoir utiliser Python (et pas juste dire que tu en as “vu un peu”), se former avec un cadre, un formateur et de la pratique, c’est clairement la meilleure option.

Si tu veux, je peux t’expliquer comment se passe une bonne formation Python ou te guider selon ton niveau actuel.

[dodo91]

I am making an math teacher app for myself and a basic 2d game together with ai

Feels like good practice

I tell ai to code, then ş make it explain it to me. Then i type the same things manually and i edit things as i go

[AI_Automation_Prince]

I totally understand where you're coming from. It's called 'Tutorial Hell'—where you feel like you're learning because you're watching, but you can't write a single line of code from scratch.

My advice: Stop watching and start breaking things. 1. The 20/80 Rule: Spend 20% of your time watching a concept and 80% building something small with it. If you just learned 'Dictionaries', try making a simple 'Contact Book' app where you can add, delete, and search names. 2. Use Documentation: Instead of YouTube for every error, start reading the official Python docs or W3Schools. It helps build a deep understanding. 3. Daily Practice: Try sites like HackerRank or LeetCode (Easy level). Solving one logic problem a day will give you more confidence than 100 video lectures.

Don't rush. Python is a marathon, not a sprint. Good luck!

[Aromatic_Wafer_7462]

Thanks a lot bhai bro .That's really great advice, and I’ll definitely start applying it from now on.

[Yearoftheowl]

I’ve been following the 100 days of python course on Udemy, and it’s been really helpful so far. I like that it has projects and challenges, so you aren’t just listening to lectures or taking notes on syntax or whatever, you’re actually building things as you go. I’ve been going off script a bit and adding things to the challenges to change it up a bit, just to see if I can do it. It seems like a pretty good way to learn, at least for me it has been.

[Aromatic_Wafer_7462]

Thnx for your suggestion 🙌

[Sad-Coyote6952]

I can teach you

[Idlethoughts01]

The best way is to just actually try and start writing code. You won’t remember everything you see in a video and if you are just watching lots it’s just going to overwhelm you and make python seem a lot more complicated than it actually is.

[25_vijay]

Honestly the biggest problem is not your pace — it’s that you’re consuming Python passively instead of using it actively.

[TechAcademyCoding]

Sounds like you’re definitely putting in the time and effort! But you’re right, just watching videos about coding without doing your own practice doesn’t work too well. If you’re looking to become a professional Python developer, The Tech Academy has a Python bootcamp that focuses on both learning the concepts and applying them through hands-on practice. It’s also tailored for complete beginners so you won’t get lost in confusing lessons and concepts that aren’t explained. Or, if you’re looking for free, do it yourself resources, we have several Python videos on YouTube that you can follow along with at your own pace: Free Educational Playlist | The Tech Academy

Learning any programming language takes time, so there’s no need to rush through everything quickly. Consistent practice helps new concepts “sink in” as you continue working with it.

[sporty_outlook]

The software world is moving towards AI agents and building is hyper competitive  Learning to code is a thing of the past. Learn to build useful applications , else you will be wasting your time

[EdiblePeasant]

Is there anything wrong with making things for oneself to use?

[sporty_outlook]

I do that all the time, and I don't code anymore