Learning Python in the Age of AI

Learn Python step by step with AI as your coding partner. Build real-world projects, practice effective prompting, and finish the course with portfolio-ready applications.

Beginner

17 Lessons

Certificate of Completion

Learn Python step by step with AI as your coding partner. Build real-world projects, practice effective prompting, and finish the course with portfolio-ready applications.

AI-POWERED

Code Feedback

Explanations

Prompt

AI-POWERED

Code Feedback

Explanations

This course includes

18 AI Prompts

60 Playgrounds

This course includes

18 AI Prompts

60 Playgrounds

Course Overview

Python is a versatile language used in web development and data analysis. With the rise of AI, learning Python is more relevant than ever. This course blends Python fundamentals with AI-assisted workflows, giving you a modern way to learn programming and prepare for real-world projects. You’ll start with basics like print statements, variables, decisions, and loops, then move into core data structures. Each concept is reinforced through projects such as a receipt generator, smartwatch step tracker, or m...Show More

What You'll Learn

An understanding of how to leverage AI as a study and work partner

A solid foundation in procedural Python programming with real-world examples

The ability to approach and solve problems using a coding and computational mindset

Confidence in identifying and debugging errors through structured coding practices

Hands-on experience building multiple Python projects, including a portfolio-ready capstone

What You'll Learn

An understanding of how to leverage AI as a study and work partner

Course Content

Getting Started

Kick off your Python journey and learn to use AI as your coding partner for writing, testing, and improving code.

Your First Taste of Python with AI Prompting AI as Your Coding Buddy

Variables, Data Types, and Input

Understand variables, numbers, and text, then practice user input, formatting, and simple math with Python.

Built-In Functions and print()Variables and Simple Math User Input and Formatting

Logic with If-Else

Learn decision-making with if-else, create nested conditions, and build reusable functions with AI support.

Making Decisions with AI Nested Conditions Functions and Reusable Logic

Loops and Repetition

Master while and for loops to repeat tasks, track progress, and work with ranges and lists.

While Loops for Tracking Steps For Loops with Ranges and Lists

Data Structures

Explore lists, dictionaries, and nested structures to organize and manage data effectively.

Lists and List Operations Dictionaries for Categorization Nested Structures

Capstone Project: Budget Tracker

4 Lessons

Apply your skills to design and build a budget app with features, error handling, and evolving client needs.

Trusted by 1.4 million developers working at companies

Anthony Walker

@_webarchitect_

Emma Bostian 🐞

@EmmaBostian

Evan Dunbar

ML Engineer

Carlos Matias La Borde

Software Developer

Souvik Kundu

Front-end Developer

Vinay Krishnaiah

Software Developer

Eric Downs

Musician/Entrepeneur

Kenan Eyvazov

DevOps Engineer

Anthony Walker

@_webarchitect_

Emma Bostian 🐞

@EmmaBostian

Hands-on Learning Powered by AI

See how Educative uses AI to make your learning more immersive than ever before.

Instant Code Feedback

Evaluate and debug your code with the click of a button. Get real-time feedback on test cases, including time and space complexity of your solutions.

AI-Powered Mock Interviews

Put your skills to the test in a simulated interview setting. Receive personalized feedback based on your performance. Available in Premium & Premium Plus plans.

Adaptive Learning

At various checkpoints throughout Educative courses, you will be prompted to take a quick assessment. Receive a condensed curriculum tailored to your strengths and skill gaps.

Explain with AI

Select any text within any Educative course, and get an instant explanation — without ever leaving your browser.

AI Code Mentor

AI Code Mentor helps you quickly identify errors in your code, learn from your mistakes, and nudge you in the right direction — just like a 1:1 tutor!