Python 3 programming

Description

This educational program provides a comprehensive foundation in Python programming, equipping participants with essential software engineering concepts and the practical skills needed to work with real-world data and develop robust software applications. The curriculum covers Python fundamentals, advanced concepts, and the development of a final project. The program begins with Python Basics, where students are introduced to the core concepts of Python programming. This module covers data types, variables, operators, loops, and control flow, which are essential building blocks for any programming task. Students gain hands-on experience with Python scripts and learn how to write clean, efficient code. The next module, Python Functions, Files, and Dictionaries, builds on the foundation of Python Basics. Students learn how to create reusable functions, manipulate files for reading and writing data, and work with dictionaries to store and manage structured data. Key concepts like recursion, file handling, and dictionary methods are explored in depth. The Data Collection and Processing with Python module introduces students to the methods of collecting, cleaning, and processing data from various sources. Students learn how to extract data from APIs, web scraping, and structured file formats like CSV and JSON. Techniques for data cleaning and preprocessing are also covered, preparing students to work with raw, unstructured data in future projects. The next key module, Python Classes and Inheritance, introduces students to object-oriented programming (OOP). Students learn how to create custom classes, define methods, and implement inheritance to promote code reusability. This knowledge allows them to design more complex, modular, and maintainable software systems. Finally, students complete a capstone project, Python Project: Software Engineering and Image Manipulation, where they apply all the skills acquired throughout the program. This hands-on project focuses on the design and development of a complete software application that includes image manipulation capabilities. Students learn how to work with image processing libraries like PIL (Python Imaging Library) or OpenCV to manipulate and process images. By completing this project, students demonstrate their ability to build, test, and maintain a functional software product. By the end of the program, participants possess a well-rounded understanding of Python programming, object-oriented design, and data processing. They are equipped to take on roles as software developers, Python programmers, or data analysts.