Free Programming Essentials in Python course

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During this years' National Coding Week, we're making the NetAcad course Programming Essentials in Python available for anyone.

The Programming Essentials in Python course, is two courses rolled into one student experience: Part 1 - is focused on procedural programming principles; Part 2 - extends this, developing the students' understanding of object oriented programming. Both are linked to optional career certifications.



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