Python for Beginners: Variables and Strings

Python for Beginners: Variables and Strings

Instructor: Ahmad Varasteh

What you'll learn

Discover and experiment with python strings basic operation
Use python built-in string methods
Apply string methods in real-world scenarios; Shopping List Cost Analysis

Details to know

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Taught in English

No downloads or installation required

Only available on desktop

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Learn more about Coursera for Business

Learn, practice, and apply job-ready skills in less than 2 hours

Receive training from industry experts
Gain hands-on experience solving real-world job tasks
Build confidence using the latest tools and technologies

About this Guided Project

This Guided Project "Python for Beginners: Variables and Strings" is for individuals who are new to programming and want to learn the basics of Python. In this 2-hour long project-based course, you will learn how to work with Python strings, perform string manipulations using built-in methods and apply these skills to real-world scenarios through a shopping list cost analysis short project. This guided-project will cover the learning objectives of working with Python strings, performing string manipulation using built-in methods and applying these skills in real-world scenarios. This project is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to variables and strings in a beginner-friendly format. In order to be successful in this project, you will need to have prior knowledge of basic Python concepts; Familiarity with control structures in Python such as for loops and if statements.

Learn step-by-step

In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:

Define Variables in Python
Work with string basic operations
Manipulate Strings Using Python Built-In Methods
Practice Task: Green Energy Production
Import and Prepare Data for Cost Analysis
Use Python String Methods to Examine Cost Analysis
Challenge: Python Strings

Recommended experience

Prior knowledge of basic Python concepts; Familiarity with control structures in Python such as for loops and if statements.

5 project images

Instructor

Ahmad Varasteh

Coursera Project Network

24 Courses65,397 learners

Offered by

Coursera Project Network

How you'll learn

Skill-based, hands-on learning
Practice new skills by completing job-related tasks.
Expert guidance
Follow along with pre-recorded videos from experts using a unique side-by-side interface.
No downloads or installation required
Access the tools and resources you need in a pre-configured cloud workspace.
Available only on desktop
This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.