Python Developer: Core Programming and Web Foundations — PickAClass
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Python Developer: Core Programming and Web Foundations

Master the essentials of Python programming, Git version control, and Django to build functional web applications from the ground up.

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About this course

Python remains one of the most versatile and in-demand programming languages, serving as the backbone for web development, automation, and data science. This course provides a clear path for anyone looking to enter the world of software development by focusing on the core technologies used by professional developers every day. You will transition from understanding basic logic to building structured web applications. By reading through detailed explanations and studying practical code examples, you will gain the confidence to solve real-world problems and start your journey in tech. What you'll learn: - Understand Python syntax, data types, and fundamental programming structures. - Apply modern Python practices including type hints and basic asynchronous patterns for efficient code. - Manage project versions and collaborate effectively using Git. - Design and interact with relational databases using SQL. - Build and structure web applications with the Django framework. - Practice writing clean, maintainable code following industry standards. The course begins with foundational concepts and essential terminology before moving into logic, data management, and full-scale web development. This program is designed specifically for beginners with no prior coding experience. Start your path toward becoming a proficient developer today.

Course contents

6 modules · 28 lessons · 3h

1 Python Basics: The Building Blocks
Master Python syntax and basic logic structures
6 lessons · 40 min
  1. Welcome to the Tech World
    Introduction to programming terminology and how Python works.
    7 min
  2. Python Syntax 101
    Understanding indentation, comments, and the basic structure of a Python file.
    7 min
  3. Variables and Data Types
    Storing information using strings, integers, floats, and booleans.
    7 min
  4. Logic with If-Statements
    Making decisions in code using conditional logic.
    7 min
  5. Loops: Repeating Tasks
    Using For and While loops to automate repetitive actions.
    6 min
  6. Functions: Reusable Code
    Defining and calling functions to keep code organized.
    6 min
2 Modern Python & Professional Standards
Write clean, modern, and efficient Python code
5 lessons · 35 min
  1. Type Hints for Clarity
    Using type annotations to make code more readable and robust.
    7 min
  2. Introduction to Asyncio
    Understanding the concept of asynchronous programming for non-blocking tasks.
    8 min
  3. Clean Code Principles
    Naming conventions and the 'Don't Repeat Yourself' (DRY) principle.
    7 min
  4. PEP 8: The Python Style Guide
    Following industry standards for code formatting.
    7 min
  5. Error Handling
    Using try-except blocks to manage program crashes gracefully.
    6 min
3 Version Control with Git
Track changes and collaborate with other developers
4 lessons · 25 min
  1. What is Git?
    The concept of version control and tracking project history.
    6 min
  2. Commits and Snapshots
    Saving progress and writing meaningful commit messages.
    6 min
  3. Branching Basics
    Creating separate lines of development for new features.
    7 min
  4. Collaborating on GitHub
    Pushing code to remote repositories and the basics of Pull Requests.
    6 min
4 Data Management & SQL
Understand how to store and retrieve data professionally
5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Relational Databases Explained
    How tables, rows, and columns organize data.
    6 min
  2. The SQL SELECT Statement
    Retrieving and filtering data from a database.
    6 min
  3. Modifying Data
    Using INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE to manage records.
    6 min
  4. Connecting Tables with Joins
    Combining data from multiple tables using relationships.
    6 min
  5. Database Schema Design
    Planning how data should be structured for a web app.
    6 min
5 Web Development with Django
Build the backend of a modern web application
5 lessons · 35 min
  1. The Django Architecture
    Understanding the Model-View-Template (MVT) pattern.
    6 min
  2. Django Models and ORM
    Defining database structures using Python classes.
    7 min
  3. Views and URL Routing
    Mapping web addresses to specific Python logic.
    7 min
  4. Django Templates
    Creating dynamic HTML pages to display data.
    7 min
  5. Handling User Input
    Using Django Forms to collect and process data from users.
    8 min
6 Full-Scale Integration
Combine all skills into a final project
3 lessons · 15 min
  1. Connecting Django to SQL
    Configuring a real database for a Django project.
    5 min
  2. Structuring a Full App
    Organizing files and logic for a maintainable project.
    5 min
  3. Final Project Briefing
    Setting up the Capstone project requirements and environment.
    5 min
Final project

The Personal Task Manager

Build a web-based Task Manager where users can create, view, and delete tasks. The app must use Django, store data in a relational database, follow PEP 8 standards, and be version-controlled with Git.

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Lessons completed 14 / 14
Practice questions 26 / 28
Assignments submitted 4 (avg 4.5 / 5)
Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
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Time to completion 11 days (median: 22)
Mastery score 91 / 100
Practice-question score 94%
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Reviews (4)

زينب بنت إبراهيم EG Verified learner
★ 4 · October 25, 2026

It's a good course if you have some prior knowledge. For absolute beginners, some concepts might be a bit challenging. The structure is logical, though.

Jeremías Jiménez UY
★ 4 · July 8, 2026

It's a solid course. The structure is logical and most of the examples were helpful. Could use a few more real-world scenarios though.

이하준 KR
★ 5 · June 21, 2026

This course exceeded my expectations. The real-world applications discussed are incredibly useful. Great job!

فاطنة DZ
★ 5 · June 17, 2026

Decent course. The structure was mostly clear, though a few examples could have used a bit more detail. Still, learned a lot.

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