Develop comprehensive Python programming skills and master full-stack web development using the Django framework through this intensive, hands-on, immersive course. You'll gain the professional-level expertise required to launch a successful career as a Python Developer in today's software industry.
Master the essential technical competencies and professional tools required for a career in Python development. This comprehensive course instructs students in Python programming for modern software development with Django and Django REST frameworks, alongside other critical developer tools, including version control with Git and database management with SQL. Upon successful completion of this certificate program, graduates will be well prepared to pursue roles as Python Developers, Back End Developers, Software Engineers, and other related positions in software development organizations.
This course will start with the basics of Python. In the first week, students will learn about the lexical syntax of Python and quickly move on to more advanced topics such as dictionaries, custom functions, and sorting algorithms. In week two, students learn Object-Oriented Programming, how to work with APIs, and an introduction to web databases using SQL.
After completing the first two weeks of general Python and programming principles, students will be introduced to Django, a Python web framework used for back-end web programming. Students will learn URL dispatchers, querying models, and automating tasks with Django. After understanding the fundamentals of Django, the class will move to Django REST, a Django framework, which covers how to work with images, authentication, and using API endpoints.
In the final week, students will work on their own projects, which will be guided by the lead instructor. Additionally, there will be lectures covering interview prep, resume support, and developer tools.
This course has a prerequisite:
Students should feel comfortable coding HTML and basic CSS with equivalent knowledge to our partner school's Web Development with HTML & CSS class.
What’s included with my tuition?
- A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement
- Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators who are driven to help you succeed
- Top-notch curricula that have been tried and tested over many cohorts and are consistently improved for an optimal learning experience
- Supplemental materials to assist both during and after the course - please refer to specific course pages to see what supplemental materials are offered
- A 1-year free retake policy, which allows students to retake any part of the course or program for free to refresh the materials and gain additional practice
- A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment
Learn more about Python Developer Immersive at Practical Programming.
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
Also available in-person in NYC
