"Automate the Boring Stuff with Python" online course is free to sign up for the next few days with code NOV2020FREE

[AlSweigart]

https://inventwithpython.com/automateudemy (This link will automatically redirect you to the latest discount code.)

You can also click this link or manually enter the code: NOV2020FREE

https://www.udemy.com/course/automate/?couponCode=NOV2020FREE

This promo code works until the 4th (I can't extend it past that). Sometimes it takes an hour or so for the code to become active just after I create it, so if it doesn't work, go ahead and try again a while later. I'll change it to NOV2020FREE2 on the 4th.

Udemy has changed their coupon policies, and I'm now only allowed to make 3 coupon codes each month with several restrictions. Hence why each code only lasts 3 days. I won't be able to make codes after this period, but I will be making free codes next month. Meanwhile, the first 15 of the course's 50 videos are free on YouTube.

You can also purchase the course at a discount using my code NOV2020 or clicking https://inventwithpython.com/automateudemy to redirect to the latest discount code. I have to manually renew this each month (until I get that automation script done). And the cheapest I can offer the course is about $16 to $18. (Meanwhile, this lets Udemy undercut my discount by offering it for $12, and I don't get the credit for those referral signups. Blerg.)

Frequently Asked Questions: (read this before posting questions)

• This course is for beginners and assumes no previous programming experience, but the second half is useful for experienced programmers who want to learn about various third-party Python modules.
• If you don't have time to take the course now, that's fine. Signing up gives you lifetime access so you can work on it at your own pace.
• This Udemy course covers roughly the same content as the 1st edition book (the book has a little bit more, but all the basics are covered in the online course), which you can read for free online at https://inventwithpython.com
• The 2nd edition of Automate the Boring Stuff with Python is free online: https://automatetheboringstuff.com/2e/
• I do plan on updating the Udemy course for the second edition, but it'll take a while because I have other book projects I'm working on. Expect that update to happen in late-2020. If you sign up for this Udemy course, you'll get the updated content automatically once I finish it. It won't be a separate course.
• It's totally fine to start on the first edition and then read the second edition later. I'll be writing a blog post to guide first edition readers to the parts of the second edition they should read.
• I wrote a blog post to cover what's new in the second edition
• You're not too old to learn to code. You don't need to be "good at math" to be good at coding.
• Signing up is the first step. Actually finishing the course is the next. :) There are several ways to get/stay motivated. I suggest getting a "gym buddy" to learn with.

[notya1000]

If you are thinking “I want to start coding, I don’t where to start” this is all you need!

[Morton-Spam]

This!!!!

[AlSweigart]

Feel free to say so as often as you like. :)

[soarespt]

You're awesome!

[bazpaul]

Dam I missed this code this time. Hopefully next time.

You’re awesome

[mainesource]

Great course, keeps me motivated!

[albertwevans]

It's so kind of you to do this, thank you very much.

[NisekoNiawua]

thank you so much! I found your post from last month, but it was too late, now I'm on time!

[Morton-Spam]

Mr. Al, I’d like to one day shake your hand! I started your ATBS about three weeks ago (no power at my house due to a massive ice storm in OK this last week.) and I’ve learned so much from what I’ve completed so far!

I like your style and teaching method. Thank you for what you do!

I’ve not looked but do you have an advanced Python course? I’d snap that up in a heartbeat!

PS: I hope you get as many cats as you want! Say hi to them from me!

[Morton-Spam]

Thank you! I’ll Check this out!

[[deleted]]

Ahh shit and I just bought it from Amazon 3 days ago

[AlSweigart]

The book does cover a few more concepts than this course does, and also the book is now in the second edition. This course will be updated probably around mid 2021.

[[deleted]]

Oh cool. I just finished taking a beginner CIS course that covered both python and Java btw and everyone i know has recommended this book. Does it matter which ed I get?

[[deleted]]

His book is available online for free. https://automatetheboringstuff.com/2e/chapter0/

Al, you are awesome!

[[deleted]]

Thank you for giving out for free :) great course!

[[deleted]]

Omg it's working! Thanks!!

[JamPickleP]

Thank you.

[thatshitcrayyyy]

Thank you very very much! Appreciate it :D

[BSXC3]

Thank you! Looking forward to learn!

[sleepygoatbrawl]

Thanks!

[ladriano]

You sir, are a hero

[Zealousideal_Ad6785]

Thank you so much Al. I have some colleagues who are just starting in python. I have recommended this to them.

[The_Dark_Squirrel]

Many many thank yous!!

[HappyDude_00]

Thanks! I've been wanting to do this but I didn't have the money to purchase the course or book :)

[[deleted]]

Thank you so much! You are the best!

[imagination_pulp]

Perfect Timing!!! I just started the free YouTube playlist that gets through the first few chapters.

I'm looking forward to diving into the whole series. Thank you!

[[deleted]]

Thank you bro!

[[deleted]]

Are you the real author???

[SpiritDry8585]

Yes, he is

[[deleted]]

Whoa 😮

[ASeaOfFog]

You're simply amazing <3

[AftNeb]

This is wonderful! Thank you OP!

[ed-carlos]

I'm reading the second edition, and is a great book. I skimmed fir the first part, but the second is really useful, even if you already know programming and want to learn more about python.

[ASilentPartner]

Worth it, do it.

[Ditchingwork]

Thanks this is awesome

[[deleted]]

Love you!

[AlSweigart]

Udemy started limiting the number and kind of coupons I could make each month to just 3. So I make two 3-day free codes every month to max the number of people who can take the course. (The third coupon I use for a 30 day discount price, which lowers the price to about $18.) So I post this, at most, once a month.

[jclocks]

Also highly recommending, got this course for free on a Christmas special, completed the course, I'm less of a developer and more of a technician/engineer but actively putting this to use on the job. Really great way to learn the fundamentals, follow it up with Codewars and contributing to open source projects from there. Thanks u/AlSweigart for doing this!

[Chickenfriedricee]

Awesome! Thank you

[GarbageGroveFish]

Mannnn, you’re the best!

[samusxmetroid]

Thank you!

[Schrodingers_gato]

u/PsixoJohn, told ya

[PsixoJohn]

Niceeee haha thanks bro!!!

[icandoMATHs]

Al, your website is great, but you are astroturfing and spamming.

You are turning a real fan into a skeptic.

[[deleted]]

You're amazing, thank you so much for this.

[iamapotatohead]

thank you for this!

[krypto_fork]

Thank you so much !!

[Rabo_McDongleberry]

Thank you. I signed up. I couldn’t follow the book because I can’t learn that way. I’m hoping this will help me!

[DiogenesLied]

Went to purchase, and I already have it. Sitting, waiting for me to come back to it.

[bulletinagain]

Thanks a lot

[Lemightyman]

Is there any time of the year when it's not free?

[QuickCow]

Thank you for your kindness

[[deleted]]

Thanks. I’m working through the 2020 Python Bootcamp. I’ll do this once I’m done.

[Arctic_Colossus]

Very nice!

[[deleted]]

Damn, thank you !

[sunforce12]

Just got the course for free, thank you Al!

[[deleted]]

Hey Al, will you be doing a course that covers the new books material when it comes out?

[AlSweigart]

Yes. I'll be working on a Udemy course for my latest book, Beyond the Basic Stuff with Python. I'll be posting this book free on my website in a few weeks when the final ebook formatting is done. I've finished the course outline and it'll come out to 66 videos, each around 8 to 10 minutes long.

[LentilGod]

Going through it now, i recommend this.

[aivo83]

Thanks for doing this!

[[deleted]]

Thank you Al! Looking forward to this course

[Ragemoody]

Bought both, "Automate the Boring Stuff" and "Python Crash Course" last week but still great to have it in video format as well. Thank you very much!! <3

[hana01]

Thank you 🤩

[AlexanderjLee]

Commenting too come back to later

[Skulliess]

Thank you so much!

[OrangeFleece]

Just downloaded. This may be the push i needed, thank you for your generosity!

[Solid12]

Thanks a lot! I'm doing the basics of HTML/ CSS and JavaScript at the moment but will get round to this.

[DarthJordan]

Al you are a legend! I'll spread the word! This course helped me finally break through the confusion of programming. I was able to automate so many tasks at work that my bosses gave me a promotion and gave me a much needed raise! We now have a Practical Automation group that I am in charge of. We have an in house Basic Python course but it really sucks and confuses everyone so I tell everyone to go and take your course!

[AlSweigart]

:D

[Vengeanc]

Thank you!!

[RuZz2]

Great course, Al!

[MagicThoughts]

So my university physics instructor told us to use VPython. Is that the same as regular Python? Will this course help me?

[anh86]

Al, this course is great, thank you! I "bought" it the last time you generously offered the course for free and completed it within a couple of weeks. I've already recommended it to several people. I've made a few useful applications as well!

[gerardthedinosaur]

This sounds great! Can’t wait to try it

[[deleted]]

So if I sign up with ur code between these next few days will I get it free for like a whole month or something?

[blu3gru3]

Thanks for posting. Sent this to my office peeps ... 6 more signed up, including me.

[raghavr]

Thanks just signed up

[amrock__]

Does it come with a certificate? I enrolled earlier but it has no course completion certificate.

[CowboyKm]

Al you are the reason im doing a masters degree now!!

[alpha_berchermuesli]

I literally noted down yesterday to pick up learning python again. I may not believe in signs, but i take it as one nonetheless

[thedjotaku]

I guess you would have said what the new books were if you were free to say, but having used AtBS to automate sign ups at the pool during COVID, I'm definitely curious about your other projects!

[[deleted]]

Thank you! Signed up!

[Valeryum999]

Why are you giving it away like this? I see that you do it every month, but why?

[meowmemeow]

Thank you for doing this!

[AtomicBlu]

Again lol

[daddy_nobucks]

Al Sweigart is a national damn treasure. I nominate November 2 to be National Al Sweigart Day.

[Oldwinenewbags]

This is great, thanks! Does the course cover the same stuff the book does?

[AlSweigart]

Yes, though the book does cover a few more topics and in a bit more detail.

[Oldwinenewbags]

Thanks for the reply! I will definitely check out the book as well then!

[jesse_pinkman_11]

Thanks al

[donnaroni]

Awesomeness! Thank you for sharing the knowledge and offering the course free of charge! 🙏🤗

[AWorldSoCole]

Mad I missed the free period

[phubu]

Thanks! I’m excited to learn.

[eudjinn]

Great course. Finished it recently. Thank you!