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Python for the Curious

Alysson Alvaran

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Python for the Curious

Introduction

  • What is Python?
  • What is Python used for?
  • Which companies use Python?
  • Why should I learn Python?

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Python for the Curious

Getting Started

  • Setup and installation
  • Running your first Python script

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Python for the Curious

Basics

  • Syntax
  • Input and output
  • Data types

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Python for the Curious

Moving Forward

  • Learning resources
  • Open source

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Guido van Rossum

@gvanrossum

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What is Python used for?

  • Scripts
  • Web development
  • Data science and machine learning
  • Robotics
  • Games
  • Mobile applications

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Known companies that use Python and/or hire Python developers

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“Python has a solid claim to being the fastest-growing major programming language.”

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  • Stack Overflow

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From Stack Overflow Trends

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From Stack Overflow Developer Survey 2021

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From Stack Overflow Developer Survey 2021

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From Stack Overflow Developer Survey 2021

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Python is beginner-friendly.

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Python is versatile.

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Python for the Curious

Getting Started

  • Setup and installation
  • Running your first Python script

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Python for the Curious

Basics

  • Syntax
  • Input and output
  • Data types

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Python for the Curious

Moving Forward

  • Learning resources
  • Open source

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Python for the Curious

Learning Resources

Massive open online courses

  • Udemy
  • Coursera
  • edX

Coding challenges

  • Project Euler
  • HackerRank

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Python for the Curious

Tech Communities and Events

  • Python Philippines
  • Women Who Code Manila
  • PH Tech Community

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Thank you!

Feel free to connect via LinkedIn or

shoot me an email at alvaran.alysson@gmail.com.