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This course aims to teach everyone the basics of programming computers using Python. We cover the basics of how one constructs a program from a series of simple instructions in Python. The course has no pre-requisites and avoids all but the simplest mathematics. Anyone with moderate computer experience should be able to master the materials in this course. This course will cover Chapters 1-5 of the textbook “Python for Everybody”. Once a student completes this course, they will be ready to take more advanced programming courses. This course covers Python 3....
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Great course! I always thought of programming as a too-difficult-and-complex thing for me; now I want to learn more. Thank you Dr Charles Severance for explaining everything in such an affordable way.

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Easy to follow and not boring. The instructor breaks things down in simple form. The Coursera platform is sometimes a bit quirky but otherwise the content in this course I thought was quite excellent.

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By Leo B

Jul 20, 2016

This course was an extremely helpful introduction to programming. I have no background in this area but I found the pace and material appropriate for my level. I would encourage anyone interested in Python to enroll in this course.

By Arjun N

Jun 13, 2016

A very well-structured course, aimed at those without prior programming experience. Dr. Chuck takes the time and proper care to explain all the basic concepts thoroughly. This serves as a great way to get your feet wet with Python!

By Diogo B

Oct 9, 2023

I highly recommend this programming course for beginners. It's comprehensive, well-structured, and approachable. The course content is straightforward, and it places a strong emphasis on building a solid foundation in programming.

By Marc A Y

Oct 5, 2023

Well-structured course for beginners. As an Intermediate Python Programmer, I really enjoyed myself reviewing Python basis again. Thanks also to Dr. Chuck (Doctor Charles Severance) for the great explanations and teaching passion.

By Malka R

Jun 20, 2023

Great course for beginners! I started as a complete beginner and now I have some basic knowledge of Python language. I'll complete the specialization.

I really love how Dr.Chuck teaches. It's fun and interesting.

Thank you so much!

By Cristhian C G

Dec 9, 2022

Well structured course for beginners in this area, I didn´t know to much about the programming world but this opened up my eyes and showed me the possibilities that there are and how much value can we create for this modern world.

By Thyagaraj A H

Dec 2, 2022

It's the indeed course for the everyone who want's to start from scratch on programming for python. Well explained and teaching skills are exceptional. As Prof Charles on both from Hardware to programming nice transition. Loved it

By Carita S

Oct 5, 2022

So easy to follow along step by step! Very helpful to see how to go from Atom to Terminal and the pacing was very appropriate for complete beginners. Seeing some of the exercises worked out was super helpful in debugging my code.

By YANBIN G

Mar 8, 2022

I learnt a lot in this program including how to write simple python programs and how to simplify my codes during the progress. I strongly recommends this course for python programing starters who have little acknowledgement of it.

By Prithwijit G

Dec 30, 2021

Not only the teaching style is fabulous but also every common person can be a good programmer only by this course......Thank you Professor Charles Russell Severance and Michigan University and last but not the least ***Coursera***

By Bing l

Apr 18, 2021

This is the first time I have participated in such a course, and I am very happy.

The interactions after class every week are very interesting and very good. I like it very much. Thank you very much to the teachers of this course.

By T J

Feb 4, 2021

I thought the instructor was very helpful. I took a C++ class at a different college and the course material was outdated and hard to understand. The instructor gave good examples and explained everything in a way that made sense.

By Lamahewage E M

Oct 21, 2020

Great course. Before this course I barely knew about python programing . after following this course I'm able to gather decent amount knowledge about python programming. The instructor is so great highly recommended for beginners.

By SHREYA R R

Jul 9, 2020

Thank you so much coursera for helping me learn python programming so easily. I would like to sugeest everybody whoever is reading this review to take up this course if you haven't started programming. This is where you can start.

By Evina N

Jun 25, 2020

This is a great course for python beginners and for students who are new to programming. Very well explained. Thank you Professor Charles Severance, University of Michigan, Coursera and all others who helped me finish this course.

By Suhasini V W

Jun 4, 2020

It was actually my most enjoyable course. It had the most work to do by far and that is what in turn made it most enjoyable. I was forced to learn and I love learning so that¡¦s why it was my favorite.

Special thank to Charles :)

By Khandker J A

Jun 2, 2020

The exercise and the way Dr Chunk taught us made me clear and love about programming. I am really grateful to attain this course and instead of fear I am just loving programming. Thank you coursera and Dr Chunk , you are the best.

By Shashank G

May 30, 2020

IT's a 0 level course of python that literally teaches you from the scratch and if you know nothing about python like me 🤦♂️😑 then this course is best for you.

The teacher is also very nice and you can easily connect with him .

By Damineni S L

Apr 14, 2020

Excellent Course even novice learners. Expert instructor - the way he explains each topic is amazing. thank you for offering this course. It is very useful to student community as well as teaching community to improve their skills

By 丁如依

Apr 4, 2020

excellent courses for programming starters, appreciate it!!

unfortunately, we students from China can not available to watch the videos on this website.(due to some net problems)

anyway, thanks a lot, and I really enjoy this course!

By Siyuan H

Jan 5, 2019

Course taught in detail. This course is great for beginners; it does not cover too much knowledge but thoroughly lays the groundwork for future study.

Professor Severance is funny and explains lectures clearly.

Strongly recommend!

By QIANLING C

Dec 11, 2018

Love this course! Especially when I figure out the solution by what I have learnt in the courses, it gives the sense of successful. I know it is still a long way to become an experts in Python. Thank you. P.S.I Like this lecturer.

By Chris T

Oct 21, 2018

Great introduction to programming, or a fun review of programming topics. It is not "in-depth", but as an introductory class, it isn't supposed to be. The instructor is fun and relatable, and does a good job explaining the topics.

By Kyung Y L

Jul 9, 2018

It was a nice course, but i think it might be a bit difficult for students in terms ofr loop statement and 'if' statement if someone does not have any background. It was necessary to put additional efforts to practice. Still was a

By Preston M

Sep 6, 2017

Great introduction to Python. I'm actually excited to continue on and learn more! 10/10 would recommend for those who want to learn. Material is easy to follow. Assignments are easy to understand and reflect the lessons very well.